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Arctic vs. Artic

Arctic

/ˈɑːktɪk/
Relating to the region around the North Pole, characterized by cold temperatures and ice

Examples:

The arctic winds chilled us to the core.She embarked on an arctic expedition last summer.Penguins are often associated with the arctic.

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Artic

A word used to denote something related to joints, or expressions in a complex argument

Examples:

He wore an artic jacket to shield himself from the cold.The explorer embarked on an artic adventure in the northern tundra.Specialized gear is required for survival in artic conditions.

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Antonyms:

Ways to tell them apart:

etymology
  • The word arctic contains two cs, just like the cold ice caps are twice as cold!
  • Think of arctic as having a "t" ice cap on either end — one on top and the other below.
  • Remember that arctic is associated with cold climates, so it's easier to remember if you associate it with the icy North Pole.
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