Definitions
- Describing something that is not related to time or does not have a temporal aspect. - Referring to something that is not bound by time or is not affected by the passage of time. - Talking about something that exists outside of time or is not subject to change over time.
- Describing something that is not bound by time or is not subject to change over time. - Referring to something that is not affected by the passage of time or does not have a temporal aspect. - Talking about something that exists outside of time or is not related to time in any way.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is not bound by time.
- 2Both words refer to something that exists outside of time.
- 3Both words are used to describe concepts or ideas that are not affected by the passage of time.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Nontemporal is more commonly used in academic or philosophical contexts, while atemporal is more commonly used in religious or spiritual contexts.
- 2Connotation: Nontemporal can imply a sense of timelessness or permanence, while atemporal can imply a sense of transcendence or spirituality.
- 3Scope: Nontemporal can be used to describe things that are not related to time, while atemporal is more specific to things that exist outside of time.
- 4Frequency: Nontemporal is used more frequently than atemporal in everyday language.
Remember this!
Nontemporal and atemporal are synonyms that describe something that is not bound by time or does not have a temporal aspect. While they share many similarities, there are some differences in their usage, etymology, connotation, scope, and frequency of use. Nontemporal is more commonly used in academic or philosophical contexts, while atemporal is more commonly used in religious or spiritual contexts.
