Definitions
- Describing something that is clearly and explicitly shown or demonstrated. - Referring to a direct and obvious way of indicating or pointing out something. - Talking about a method of teaching or explaining by directly showing or demonstrating something.
- Describing something that is clear, obvious, and easily seen or understood. - Referring to a situation or fact that is apparent or self-evident. - Talking about a conclusion or result that is easily deduced from the available evidence.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that is clear and obvious.
- 2Both words can be used to describe situations, facts, or conclusions.
- 3Both words imply a high degree of certainty or clarity.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Ostensive is less commonly used than evident in everyday language.
- 2Method: Ostensive implies a direct and explicit way of showing or demonstrating something, while evident does not necessarily involve a specific method of demonstration.
- 3Focus: Ostensive emphasizes the act of showing or demonstrating, while evident emphasizes the clarity or obviousness of something.
- 4Connotation: Ostensive can imply a more formal or technical tone, while evident is more versatile and can be used in various contexts and tones.
Remember this!
Ostensive and evident are synonyms that describe something that is clear and obvious. However, ostensive implies a direct and explicit way of showing or demonstrating something, while evident emphasizes the clarity or obviousness of something without necessarily involving a specific method of demonstration. Evident is more commonly used and versatile, while ostensive can imply a more formal or technical tone.
