What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
pluripartite
Example
The pluripartite agreement involved negotiations between several countries. [pluripartite: adjective]
Example
The human brain is a pluripartite organ with many different regions and functions. [pluripartite: adjective]
multipartite
Example
The multipartite contract involved three different companies. [multipartite: adjective]
Example
The computer system was designed as a multipartite architecture with separate modules for each function. [multipartite: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Multipartite is more commonly used than pluripartite in everyday language, but both words are relatively uncommon and may be unfamiliar to ESL learners.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between pluripartite and multipartite?
Both pluripartite and multipartite are formal words that are more likely to be used in technical or specialized contexts than in casual conversation.
