What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
overlayed
Example
The logo was overlayed on top of the background image. [overlayed: verb]
Example
The designer added an overlayed pattern to the fabric to give it more texture. [overlayed: adjective]
cover
Example
Please cover the cake with a lid to keep it fresh. [cover: verb]
Example
The couch was covered in a soft velvet fabric. [covered: adjective]
Example
The news report covered the latest developments in the ongoing investigation. [cover: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Cover is a more common word than overlayed and can be used in a wider range of contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between overlayed and cover?
Both overlayed and cover can be used in formal and informal contexts, but cover is more versatile and can be used in a wider range of formality levels.
