LoginRite vs. Right
What Is Their Main Difference?
They are homophones. However, 'rite' refers to a particular ceremony, while, 'right' refers to the correct one.
Differences
'Rite' refers to a particular ceremony, while, 'right' shows the correct one between two or more things. Look at the examples below:
Example
Not all witches perform evil rites.
You're right. I should've woken up earlier.
Similarities
They only have similar pronunciations.
Are They Interchangeable?
They have different meanings, so they cannot be used interchangeably. 'Rite' refers to specific ceremonies, while, 'right' indicates that something is correct. Compare:
Example
✓ The performance of the rite was postponed to the next witching hour.
X The performance of the right was postponed to the next witching hour.
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