Definitions
- Describing something that reveals or indicates a particular fact or situation. - Referring to a sign or signal that gives away information or a secret. - Talking about a person who is prone to revealing secrets or confidential information.
- Describing something that serves as a sign or indication of a particular fact or situation. - Referring to a statement or action that implies or suggests something. - Talking about a grammatical mood that expresses factual statements or questions.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe something that reveals or suggests information.
- 2Both can be used to describe signs or signals.
- 3Both can be used to describe people's behavior or actions.
What is the difference?
- 1Usage: Telltale is more commonly used as an adjective or noun, while indicative is more commonly used as an adjective or noun in grammar.
- 2Connotation: Telltale has a negative connotation, suggesting that something is being revealed against someone's will or without their knowledge, while indicative has a neutral connotation.
- 3Focus: Telltale emphasizes the revealing aspect, while indicative emphasizes the suggestive aspect.
Remember this!
Telltale and indicative are synonyms that both describe something that reveals or suggests information. However, telltale has a negative connotation and emphasizes the revealing aspect, while indicative has a neutral connotation and emphasizes the suggestive aspect. Additionally, indicative is a specific grammatical term used in language, while telltale is not.
