LoginRemove vs. Eliminate
Although these verbs are synonymous, the scope and contexts of their use is different. This lesson will clarify their differences.
'Remove' and 'eliminate' both involve the act of getting rid of something unnecessary. However, while 'remove' can indicate both a temporary separation and a permanent eradication, 'eliminate' always indicates a permanent and final eradication. This lesson will further clarify the difference between these two verbs.
Difference in Scope and Context
To 'remove' something means to physically move it away from a place. It can indicate a partial or temporary removal, allowing the possibility of the item or condition returning. However, it can also mean to get rid of something and make it disappear. 'Eliminate' shares the second meaning with remove and implies a more definitive and permanent removal, aiming to completely eradicate or put an end to an unwanted item or condition. It carries a stronger connotation of trying to achieve a positive outcome or resolve a problem. Furthermore, it is mostly used when talking about abstract concepts rather than physical objects, while 'remove' can be used to talk about getting rid of both physical and non-physical entities. Here are some examples:
Please
When talking about temporarily putting something away, 'eliminate' cannot be used instead of 'remove'.
The surgeon will
'Remove' can also indicate a permanent eradication, however, using 'eliminate' instead of 'remove' would mean trying to annihilate and crush the tumor.
The company implemented new security measures to
The company implemented new security measures to
When talking about permanently removing non-physical entities, the two verbs can be used interchangeably.
The government is taking measures to
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