consequent result—a result brought about by some action or condition: Large numbers of wagons had to be employed in transporting war materials with the consequent result that very few wagons were left for private use. consequential result—a result which is of considerable importance: Patt examines the assessment of an unlikely yet highly consequential result of […]
Difference between Concerned about something and Concerned with something
concerned about something—(also: concerned at something) caring about what happens to smth.; worrying about smth.: The United Kingdom is deeply concerned about its “brain drain.” concerned with something— 1. actively involved with smth.; engaged in smth.: The organization was chiefly concerned with educating Jewish immigrants. 2. having to do with smth.; related to smth.: His […]
Difference between Concern oneself about something and Concern oneself with something
concern oneself about something—care about what happens to smth.; worry about smth.: The public did not concern itself about the poem, or the poem-maker. concern oneself with something—be actively involved with smth.; engage in smth.: I’d dearly love to see more women concerning themselves with such vital issues.
Difference between Concentrate at something and Concentrate on something
concentrate at something—(of troops) gather in force at a certain place: Most of our forces have concentrated at the bridge. concentrate on something— 1. (of troops) gather in force on a certain place: The Sardinian troops concentrated on the heights. 2. give one’s full attention and thought to smth.: We must concentrate on finding ways […]
Difference between Comprehensible policy and Comprehensive policy
comprehensible policy—an intelligible policy, capable of being understood: The lack of an explicit and comprehensible policy leaves us with many unanswered questions. comprehensive policy— 1. a policy covering numerous political issues: A comprehensive policy must cover a broad range of policy areas, include trade policy, agricultural policy, and so on. 2. an insurance policy that […]
Difference between Comport oneself with something and Comport with something
comport oneself with something—behave in the way mentioned: With the help of a few drinks, the Consul comports himself with astounding aplomb. comport with something—go well with smth.; be in harmony with smth.: Working for people in need comports with his beliefs and desire to help people.
Difference between Compete against someone and Compete with someone
compete against someone—enter into a contest with smb.: The male riders are determined not to let the so-called jockettes compete against them. compete with someone— 1. = compete against someone: We are going to play and compete with them and, hopefully, we’ll come out a winner. 2. endeavor to hold an equal place with a […]
Difference between Community center and Community home
community center—a place providing social, recreational, and educational facilities for a neighborhood: A village hall provides a community center for concerts, dances and other events. community home—(UK euph.) a center for housing young offenders: The prison became approved school. This is now a dirty word—two dirty words—so it’s community home these days.
Difference between Common sense and Commonsense
common sense—natural intelligence possessed by all people: Most people think they have enough common sense to deal with anything that might come their way. commonsense —(attrib.) said of smth. demonstrating common sense: My commonsense idea is to have a safety net that protects the neediest in our society.
Difference between Common property and Community property
common property—property owned by a group of tenants in a condominium; property which everyone has the right to use: The bicycles were common property and anyone in the apartment complex could use them. community property—property belonging jointly to a married couple: The couple decided to divide some of their community property and give it to […]
Difference between Common man and Common woman
common man— 1. an ordinary man, not distinguished by rank or position: Mr. Brooks is a common man. He is not a hero, he is not always fighting against dangerous criminals…. 2. said of ordinary people (both men and women) in general: The common man is portrayed as the helpless victim of opportunistic politicians. common […]
Difference between Common knowledge and General knowledge
common knowledge—said of smth. generally known to most people: It is common knowledge to most trout-fishers that the May Fly has decreased over many parts of the country. general knowledge—basic understanding of a subject or a variety of subjects: Many of them do not have familiarity with poetry, not to mention the general knowledge and […]