# fertile vs festive

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### fertile
*adjective · IPA /ˈfɜːtaɪl/ · frequency rank #12,597*
Of land, etc.: capable of growing abundant crops; productive.

### festive
*adjective · IPA /ˈfɛstɪv/ · frequency rank #13,345*
Having the atmosphere, decoration, or attitude of a festival, holiday, or celebration.

## Source
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