Definitions
- Referring to a change in direction while driving or walking. - Talking about taking a new direction or making a decision. - Describing a rotation or revolution of an object or body part.
- Describing a sudden change in direction, often to avoid something. - Referring to a deviation from a planned course or route. - Talking about a shift in opinion or attitude.
List of Similarities
- 1Both involve a change in direction.
- 2Both can be used in a literal or figurative sense.
- 3Both can be used as verbs or nouns.
- 4Both can be used in a variety of contexts.
What is the difference?
- 1Intensity: Veer implies a sudden and sharp change in direction, while turn can be more gradual.
- 2Direction: Turn can refer to a change in any direction, while veer typically implies a change to the left or right.
- 3Cause: Veer often implies a reaction to an external stimulus, while turn can be intentional or spontaneous.
- 4Frequency: Turn can be used more frequently than veer in everyday language.
- 5Connotation: Veer can have a negative connotation, suggesting a loss of control or deviation from a planned course, while turn is more neutral in tone.
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Remember this!
Turn and veer are synonyms that both describe a change in direction. However, veer suggests a sudden and sharp change, often in response to an external stimulus, while turn can be more gradual and intentional. Additionally, veer can have a negative connotation, while turn is more neutral in tone.
