What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
ridden
Example
The cowboy had ridden his horse for hours without stopping. [ridden: past participle]
Example
She felt ridden with guilt after lying to her friend. [ridden: verb]
controlled
Example
The scientist carefully controlled the experiment to ensure accurate results. [controlled: verb]
Example
He tried to keep his voice controlled even though he was angry. [controlled: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Controlled is more commonly used than ridden in everyday language, and it is more versatile in terms of its usage.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between ridden and controlled?
Both ridden and controlled can be used in formal and informal contexts, but controlled is more versatile and can be employed in various formality levels.
