Definitions
- Referring to a person who hides on a ship, plane, or other vehicle without permission or payment. - Talking about someone who sneaks onto a vehicle with the intention of traveling without being detected. - Describing a person who illegally boards a vehicle in order to avoid paying for transportation.
- Referring to a person who enters someone else's property without permission. - Talking about someone who crosses a boundary or enters a restricted area without authorization. - Describing a person who violates a law or rule by entering a prohibited area.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe someone who enters a place without permission.
- 2Both words have negative connotations.
- 3Both words can refer to illegal actions.
- 4Both words involve crossing a boundary or line.
- 5Both words can result in legal consequences.
What is the difference?
- 1Location: Stowaway refers specifically to someone who hides on a vehicle, while trespasser can refer to someone who enters any type of property.
- 2Intent: Stowaway implies the person intends to travel without permission or payment, while trespasser does not necessarily imply intent to do harm.
- 3Transportation: Stowaway is often associated with transportation, while trespasser can refer to any type of property.
- 4Severity: Trespasser is generally considered less severe than stowaway, which can be a serious crime.
- 5Connotation: Stowaway has a more adventurous connotation, while trespasser has a more negative connotation.
Remember this!
Stowaway and trespasser are both words that describe someone who enters a place without permission. However, stowaway specifically refers to someone who hides on a vehicle with the intention of traveling without permission or payment, while trespasser can refer to anyone who enters any type of property without permission. Additionally, stowaway has a more serious connotation and can result in legal consequences, while trespasser is generally considered less severe.
