What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
reinserted
Example
The dentist reinserted the tooth after filling it. [reinserted: verb]
Example
I had to reinsert the batteries in the remote control. [reinserting: gerund or present participle]
replaced
Example
I replaced the light bulb in the lamp. [replaced: verb]
Example
The company replaced the faulty product with a new one. [replacing: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Replaced is more commonly used than reinserted in everyday language. Replaced is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while reinserted is less common and refers to a specific action of putting something back in its original position.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between reinserted and replaced?
Both reinserted and replaced are neutral in tone and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
