What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
uncontracted
Example
I cannot attend the meeting. [uncontracted: cannot]
Example
She will not be able to come. [uncontracted: will not]
unabbreviated
Example
Please bring me a glass of water. [unabbreviated: glass]
Example
The department of transportation is responsible for road maintenance. [unabbreviated: department]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Uncontracted is more commonly used in everyday language, while unabbreviated is more commonly used in technical or formal writing.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between uncontracted and unabbreviated?
Unabbreviated is typically associated with a more formal or technical writing style, while uncontracted can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
