What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
vanished
Example
The magician made the rabbit vanish from the hat. [vanished: verb]
Example
The ancient civilization vanished without a trace. [vanished: past participle]
disappeared
Example
The keys have disappeared from my pocket. [disappeared: past participle]
Example
The sun disappeared behind the clouds. [disappeared: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disappeared is more commonly used than vanished in everyday language, and it is more versatile in usage. Vanished is less common and is often associated with informal or creative contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between vanished and disappeared?
Disappeared is more versatile and can be used in both formal and informal contexts, while vanished is more commonly used in informal contexts and can have a more creative or imaginative tone.
