What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
vapourific
Example
The vapourific mist from the humidifier filled the room. [vapourific: adjective]
Example
The chemist used a vapourific solvent to dissolve the compound. [vapourific: adjective]
evaporative
Example
The pool's evaporative cooling system kept the water at a comfortable temperature. [evaporative: adjective]
Example
The chemist used an evaporative method to extract the compound from the solution. [evaporative: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Evaporative is more commonly used than vapourific in everyday language, especially in technical or scientific contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between vapourific and evaporative?
Both vapourific and evaporative are formal words that are typically used in technical or scientific contexts.
