Definitions
- Describing a leisurely walk with a relaxed and carefree attitude. - Referring to a slow and casual walk, often with no specific destination or goal in mind. - Talking about a stroll taken for pleasure or enjoyment.
- Describing a leisurely walk with a relaxed and carefree attitude. - Referring to a slow and casual walk, often with no specific destination or goal in mind. - Talking about a stroll taken for pleasure or enjoyment.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a leisurely and casual walk.
- 2Both words suggest a relaxed and carefree attitude.
- 3Both words can be used to describe a stroll taken for pleasure or enjoyment.
- 4Both words imply a lack of urgency or specific destination.
What is the difference?
- 1Connotation: Saunter has a more carefree and whimsical connotation, while amble is more neutral.
- 2Speed: Saunter implies a slower pace than amble.
- 3Usage: Saunter is less commonly used than amble.
- 4Formality: Saunter is more informal than amble.
Remember this!
Saunter and amble are synonyms that both describe a leisurely and casual walk taken for pleasure or enjoyment. However, saunter has a more carefree and whimsical connotation, while amble is more neutral. Additionally, saunter implies a slower pace than amble, and saunter is less commonly used and more informal than amble.
