Prospective vs. Perspective

This time, we're gonna discuss the differences and similarities between these two words. Well, if you're still interested in learning more, come on.

"Prospective" vs. "Perspective" in English

What Is Their Main Difference?

They are only similar in that they have nearly identical dictations. However, 'prospective' refers to something that is likely to happen in the future, while, 'perspective' refers to the way we see the world.

Differences

'Prospective' refers to something that is likely to happen in the future, whereas, 'perspective' refers to the way we see the world. Check out the following examples:

Careful now. These people look like prospective buyers to me.

Here, it indicates a group of buyers who are likely to buy the item for sale.

I don't get it why Angela cannot view the situation from someone else's perspective.

Similarities

These two are only similar in that they have nearly identical dictations.

Are They Interchangeable?

Since they are two completely different words, they cannot be used interchangeably. Compare:

✓ Do not mislead our prospective buyers with false information.

X Do not mislead our perspective buyers with false information.

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