Difference between Hobgoblin and Bugbear

What is the difference between Hobgoblin and Bugbear?

Hobgoblin as a noun is a small, ugly goblin that makes trouble for humans while Bugbear as a noun is an ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.

Hobgoblin

Part of speech: noun

Definition: A small, ugly goblin that makes trouble for humans A source of dread, fear or apprehension; a bugbear.

Bugbear

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An ongoing problem; a recurring obstacle or adversity.A source of dread; resentment; or irritation.An imaginary creature meant to inspire fear in children.

We hope you now know whether to use Hobgoblin or Bugbear in your sentence.

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