What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
uproot
Example
The storm uprooted several trees in the park. [uprooted: past tense]
Example
The family was uprooted from their home due to the war. [uproot: verb]
expel
Example
The school expelled the student for breaking the rules. [expelled: past tense]
Example
He expelled a deep breath and tried to calm down. [expelled: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Expel is more commonly used than uproot in everyday language, especially in the context of organizations or ejection from the body. Uproot is less common and is typically used in the context of plants or displacement from a community.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between uproot and expel?
Expel is typically associated with a formal tone, while uproot is more versatile and can be employed in both formal and informal contexts.
