What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
vile
Example
The criminal committed a vile act of violence. [vile: adjective]
Example
The smell emanating from the dumpster was vile. [vile: adjective]
disgusting
Example
The moldy bread in the fridge was disgusting. [disgusting: adjective]
Example
The thought of eating bugs is disgusting to me. [disgusting: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disgusting is more commonly used than vile in everyday language, as it is more versatile and covers a wider range of contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between vile and disgusting?
Vile is generally considered more formal than disgusting, which can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
