What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
range
Example
The store offers a range of products to choose from. [range: noun]
Example
The temperature range for today is between 70 and 80 degrees. [range: noun]
Example
The bird's range covers most of North America. [range: noun]
spectrum
Example
The colors of the rainbow form a spectrum. [spectrum: noun]
Example
There is a wide spectrum of political views in this country. [spectrum: noun]
Example
Autism is a spectrum disorder that affects individuals differently. [spectrum: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Range is more commonly used than spectrum in everyday language, and is versatile enough to cover a wide range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between range and spectrum?
Both range and spectrum can be used in formal or technical contexts, but range is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal settings.
