What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
parallactic
Example
The parallactic angle can be used to measure the distance between two stars. [parallactic: adjective]
Example
The telescope was adjusted to account for parallactic error. [parallactic: adjective]
parallax
Example
The parallax of the moon can be used to determine its distance from Earth. [parallax: noun]
Example
The photographer adjusted the camera's parallax to capture the perfect shot. [parallax: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Parallax is more commonly used than parallactic in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between parallactic and parallax?
Both parallactic and parallax are technical terms used in scientific contexts, making them more formal in tone.
