What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
slouched
Example
He slouched in his chair, looking bored. [slouched: verb]
Example
The team slouched off the field after losing the game. [slouched: past tense]
hunch
Example
She had a hunch that something was wrong. [hunch: noun]
Example
He hunched over his desk, trying to finish his work. [hunched: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Slouch is more commonly used than hunch in everyday language. Slouch is often used to describe a lazy or disinterested attitude, while hunch is more specific and usually refers to a feeling or intuition.
Whatβs the difference in the tone of formality between slouched and hunch?
Both slouch and hunch are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
