What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
polymeric
Example
The polymeric structure of the plastic makes it durable. [polymeric: adjective]
Example
The monomers can be polymerized to form a polymeric material. [polymeric: adjective]
polymerized
Example
The monomers were polymerized to form a strong plastic. [polymerized: past tense verb]
Example
The polymerized resin is used in the production of adhesives. [polymerized: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Polymeric is more commonly used in technical and scientific contexts, while polymerized can be used in both technical and everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between polymeric and polymerized?
Both polymeric and polymerized are technical terms and are therefore more formal than everyday language. However, polymeric is typically used in more formal contexts than polymerized.
