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Anonymous Posted 19 years ago
Grammar
query on use of 'content' vs 'contented' and why, if possible
Is the use of "contented' in this sentence correct?
They had no plans to move as they were contented with their existing home.
Thank you !
They had no plans to move as they were contented with their existing home.
Thank you !
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Yes, it is fine. You could also use 'content', which is another adjective.
- Yes, it is fine.
- You could also use 'content', which is another adjective.
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Yes, it is fine. You could also use 'content', which is another adjective.
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Perhaps (perhaps!) the difference (if any) between these words can be gleaned by carefully thinking about these two sentences: (l) Tom is CONTENT with his life and has no desire to change things; Sue will not be CONTENTED until she has caused trouble for everyone else in the office. In other words, "content" may (may!) refer to a static ongoing situation; "contented" may (may!) be more appropri
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