What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ravened
Example
The wolves ravened the carcass of the deer. [ravened: verb]
Example
He ravened the pizza as if he hadn't eaten in days. [ravened: past tense]
ate
Example
I ate a sandwich for lunch. [ate: past tense]
Example
She always eats breakfast before leaving for work. [eat: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Ate is much more commonly used than ravened in everyday language. It is a versatile verb that can be used in a wide range of contexts, while ravened is less common and more specific.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between ravened and ate?
Ate is more formal and appropriate for most situations, while ravened is informal and may not be suitable for formal writing or speech.
