Definitions
- Describing the act of satisfying thirst or a desire for something. - Referring to extinguishing a fire or putting out flames. - Talking about satisfying a need or desire in a way that completely eliminates it.
- Referring to reducing or calming fears, doubts, or concerns. - Describing the act of lessening or relieving pain, discomfort, or tension. - Talking about satisfying a need or desire in a way that reduces it but does not completely eliminate it.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe actions that satisfy or reduce something.
- 2Both words can be used in a figurative sense.
- 3Both words are verbs.
- 4Both words involve addressing a need or desire.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Quench implies complete satisfaction or elimination, while allay suggests a reduction or lessening.
- 2Context: Quench is often used in the context of thirst or fire, while allay is more commonly used in the context of fears, doubts, or concerns.
- 3Degree: Quench is more intense and absolute than allay.
- 4Usage: Quench is more commonly used in everyday language, while allay is more formal and less common.
- 5Connotation: Quench has a more physical connotation, while allay has a more emotional or mental connotation.
Remember this!
Quench and allay are synonyms that describe actions that satisfy or reduce something. However, quench implies complete satisfaction or elimination, while allay suggests a reduction or lessening. Quench is more commonly used in everyday language, while allay is more formal and less common. Additionally, quench is often used in the context of thirst or fire, while allay is more commonly used in the context of fears, doubts, or concerns.
