Definitions
- Describing a feeling of fear or apprehension in the face of danger or adversity. - Referring to a physical reaction to fear, such as trembling or shaking. - Talking about a bird of the Phasianidae family, often hunted for sport or food.
- Describing a physical reaction to fear, such as shrinking back or cringing. - Referring to a submissive or fearful posture in the face of danger or aggression. - Talking about a behavior exhibited by animals in response to a perceived threat.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a physical reaction to fear.
- 2Both words suggest a sense of helplessness or vulnerability.
- 3Both words can be used to describe animal behavior.
- 4Both words have negative connotations.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Quail suggests a milder form of fear or apprehension, while cower implies a more extreme reaction.
- 2Posture: Quail does not necessarily imply a physical reaction, while cower specifically refers to a submissive or fearful posture.
- 3Movement: Quail can be used to describe a person's mental state, while cower is always associated with a physical movement or posture.
- 4Connotation: Quail can be associated with a sense of caution or prudence, while cower has a more negative connotation of weakness or cowardice.
- 5Usage: Quail is less commonly used than cower in everyday language.
Remember this!
Quail and cower are synonyms that describe a physical reaction to fear or danger. However, quail suggests a milder form of fear or apprehension, while cower implies a more extreme reaction, often involving a submissive or fearful posture. While both words have negative connotations, quail can also be associated with a sense of caution or prudence.
