What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
nutated
Example
The plant nutated as it grew towards the sunlight. [nutated: verb]
Example
The Earth nutates slightly as it rotates on its axis. [nutates: verb]
nod
Example
She nodded her head in agreement with the proposal. [nodded: verb]
Example
The flowers nodded gently in the breeze. [nodded: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Nod is more commonly used than nutated in everyday language, especially in informal contexts. Nutated is a technical term that is more commonly used in scientific or academic contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between nutated and nod?
Nutated is a more formal term than nod, which is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
