What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
sunbathed
Example
She sunbathed on the beach for hours. [sunbathed: verb]
Example
After swimming, they lay on the sand and sunbathed. [sunbathed: past tense]
bask
Example
The cat basked in the sun on the windowsill. [basked: verb]
Example
We decided to bask in the warm glow of the fireplace. [bask: infinitive]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Bask is more commonly used than sunbathe in everyday language. Bask is versatile and can be used in various contexts, while sunbathe is more specific and often associated with leisure activities.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between sunbathed and bask?
Both sunbathe and bask are informal words and are not typically used in formal contexts.
