Definitions
- Describing the act of adding a small amount of something evenly over a surface. - Referring to a small number of occurrences or instances of something. - Talking about using something in moderation or with restraint.
- Referring to using something in small amounts or quantities. - Describing the act of limiting or restricting something. - Talking about using something with caution or frugality.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe using something in small amounts.
- 2Both words imply a sense of moderation or restraint.
- 3Both words can be used to describe actions or behaviors.
What is the difference?
- 1Application: Sprinklingly is used to describe the even distribution of something over a surface, while sparingly is used to describe the limited use of something.
- 2Quantity: Sprinklingly implies a small but sufficient amount, while sparingly implies a very small amount or limited quantity.
- 3Frequency: Sprinklingly can refer to a small number of occurrences, while sparingly refers to a consistent pattern of limited use.
- 4Connotation: Sprinklingly has a neutral connotation, while sparingly can have a negative connotation of being stingy or cheap.
- 5Parts of speech: Sprinklingly is an adverb, while sparingly can be used as an adverb or adjective.
Remember this!
Sprinklingly and sparingly are synonyms that describe using something in small amounts or with restraint. However, sprinklingly emphasizes the even distribution of something over a surface, while sparingly emphasizes the limited use of something. Additionally, sprinklingly has a neutral connotation, while sparingly can have a negative connotation of being stingy or cheap.
