Definitions
- Referring to a sudden and sharp change in direction while driving or cycling to avoid an obstacle. - Talking about a quick and unexpected change in direction while running or walking. - Describing a sudden deviation from a planned course or path.
- Referring to a change in direction while driving, cycling, or walking. - Talking about a change in direction while following a path or route. - Describing a rotation or revolution around an axis or center point.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve changing direction.
- 2Both can be used while driving, cycling, or walking.
- 3Both can be sudden or gradual.
- 4Both can be intentional or unintentional.
- 5Both can be used metaphorically to describe changes in plans or actions.
What is the difference?
- 1Degree: Swerving is a more sudden and extreme change in direction than turning.
- 2Cause: Swerving is often caused by an obstacle or danger, while turning can be intentional or due to following a path or route.
- 3Speed: Swerving is often done at a higher speed than turning.
- 4Direction: Swerving implies a deviation from the original path, while turning implies a change in direction towards a new path.
- 5Connotation: Swerving can have negative connotations, implying reckless or dangerous driving, while turning is neutral and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Swerving and turning both refer to changes in direction, but they differ in degree, cause, speed, direction, and connotation. Swerving is a sudden and sharp change in direction often done at high speed to avoid an obstacle or danger, while turning is a more gradual change in direction that can be intentional or due to following a path or route.
