Definitions
- Describing a difference or deviation from the norm or expected. - Referring to a range of options or possibilities. - Talking about a change in degree or intensity of something.
- Referring to a transformation or alteration in something. - Describing a shift or modification in behavior, attitude, or circumstance. - Talking about the exchange of one thing for another.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words refer to a difference or alteration from a previous state.
- 2Both words can be used to describe a range of options or possibilities.
- 3Both words can be used as verbs or nouns.
What is the difference?
- 1Scope: Vary refers to a difference or deviation within a range, while change implies a more significant transformation.
- 2Cause: Vary suggests a natural or inherent difference, while change implies an external cause or influence.
- 3Direction: Vary suggests a difference in degree or intensity, while change implies a shift in direction or purpose.
- 4Frequency: Vary suggests a continuous or ongoing difference, while change implies a discrete or sudden alteration.
- 5Usage: Vary is often used in technical or scientific contexts, while change is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Vary and change are synonyms that both refer to a difference or alteration from a previous state. However, vary implies a natural or inherent difference within a range, while change implies a more significant transformation caused by external factors. Additionally, vary suggests a difference in degree or intensity, while change implies a shift in direction or purpose.
