Definitions
- Referring to a change in the designation or classification of something. - Talking about reassigning a name or title to something. - Describing a change in the status or category of something.
- Referring to giving a new name to something. - Talking about changing the name of a person, place, or thing. - Describing the act of assigning a different name to something.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve changing the name or designation of something.
- 2Both can be used to update or improve the image or perception of something.
- 3Both can be used to clarify or simplify the name or designation of something.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Redesignated refers to a broader change in the classification or status of something, while rename specifically refers to changing the name.
- 2Purpose: Redesignated is often used for legal or official purposes, while rename can be used for more informal or creative purposes.
- 3Timing: Redesignated implies a change that has already taken place, while rename can refer to a change that is planned or in progress.
- 4Usage: Redesignated is typically used in formal or technical contexts, while rename can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
- 5Connotation: Redesignated can imply a more significant or substantial change, while rename may suggest a simpler or more cosmetic change.
Remember this!
Redesignated and rename are synonyms that both refer to changing the name or designation of something. However, redesignated is broader in scope and refers to a change in the classification or status of something, while rename specifically refers to changing the name. Additionally, redesignated is often used in formal or technical contexts, while rename can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
