What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
photochromatic
Example
I prefer photochromatic lenses for my glasses because they adjust to the sunlight. [photochromatic: adjective]
Example
The photochromatic pigment in the paint changes color depending on the light source. [photochromatic: adjective]
photochromic
Example
My photochromic sunglasses are perfect for outdoor activities. [photochromic: adjective]
Example
The photochromic dye in the fabric changes color when exposed to sunlight. [photochromic: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Photochromic is more commonly used than photochromatic in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between photochromatic and photochromic?
Both photochromatic and photochromic are technical terms that are commonly used in scientific and medical fields, making them more formal than everyday language.
