What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
unbane
Example
He was unbane and struggled to fit in with the city crowd. [unbane: adjective]
Example
Her unbaneness was evident when she ordered a drink she had never heard of before. [unbaneness: noun]
provincial
Example
His provincial attitudes made it difficult for him to adapt to new ideas. [provincial: adjective]
Example
She felt out of place in the city, longing for the provincial life she left behind. [provincial: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Provincial is more commonly used than unbane in everyday language, especially in American English.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between unbane and provincial?
Unbane is typically associated with a more formal tone, while provincial can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
