“Faze” and “phase” are homophones, meaning they sound the same but have different meanings and usages. “Faze” means to disturb or disrupt, while “phase” can be a noun referring to a stage of development or a verb meaning to carry out something gradually. This lesson will define each word and provide examples to illustrate their proper usage.
Faze
Definition:
“Faze” means to disrupt or disturb someone or something.
Examples of use:
The economic slowdown did not faze their business in any way.
She wasn’t fazed by the criticism and continued with her work.
The loud noises didn’t faze the sleeping baby at all.
Phase
Definition:
As a noun, “phase” refers to a stage of development. As a verb, it means to carry out or conduct something gradually.
Examples of use (Noun):
The third phase of the building plan begins today.
Adolescence is often a challenging phase in a person’s life.
The project will be completed in several phases.
Examples of use (Verb):
Mike is going to phase in the new procedures gradually.
The company plans to phase out the old model by the end of the year.
They will phase the implementation over several months to ensure a smooth transition.
“Faze” is used to describe being disturbed or disrupted, while “phase” can describe a stage in a process or the act of implementing something gradually. By understanding these differences, you can use these words correctly and convey your messages more clearly. Practicing their usage will enhance your vocabulary and improve your communication skills.
