Definitions
- Describing a situation or condition that is typical, expected, or within the range of what is considered usual or standard. - Referring to a state of being mentally or physically healthy and functioning normally. - Talking about something that conforms to a particular standard or norm.
- Referring to something that occurs frequently or is widespread. - Describing something that is shared by many or exists in large numbers. - Talking about something that is ordinary or not unusual.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is typical or expected.
- 2Both can be used to describe a situation or condition.
- 3Both can be used to describe something that is not unusual.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Normal is more commonly used to describe a situation or condition, while common is more often used to describe something that is widespread or occurs frequently.
- 2Scope: Normal refers to a standard or expectation, while common refers to the frequency or prevalence of something.
- 3Connotation: Normal has a neutral connotation, while common can sometimes have a negative connotation if the thing being described is undesirable or unpleasant.
- 4Application: Normal can be applied to a wider range of contexts, while common is more limited in its application.
- 5Degree: Common implies a higher degree of occurrence than normal.
Remember this!
Normal and common are both adjectives used to describe something that is typical or expected. However, normal is more commonly used to describe a situation or condition that is within the range of what is considered usual or standard, while common is used to describe something that is widespread or occurs frequently. Additionally, common implies a higher degree of occurrence than normal.
