Definitions
- Describing the process of adapting to a new environment or situation. - Talking about aligning something in a particular direction or position. - Referring to the process of becoming familiar with a new subject or topic.
- Describing the process of adapting to a new environment or situation. - Talking about aligning something in a particular direction or position. - Referring to the process of becoming familiar with a new subject or topic.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to the process of adapting to a new environment or situation.
- 2Both words can be used to describe aligning something in a particular direction or position.
- 3Both words can be used to describe the process of becoming familiar with a new subject or topic.
What is the difference?
- 1Form: Orientated is more commonly used in British English, while oriented is more common in American English.
- 2Usage: Orientated is considered less standard than oriented and may be seen as incorrect in some contexts.
- 3Connotation: Orientated may be associated with a more formal or academic tone, while oriented is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 4Frequency: Oriented is more commonly used than orientated in both spoken and written English.
Remember this!
Orientated and oriented are synonyms that refer to the process of adapting to a new environment or situation, aligning something in a particular direction or position, or becoming familiar with a new subject or topic. However, orientated is more commonly used in British English and may be seen as less standard than oriented, which is more common in American English and has a wider range of usage.
