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Ectatic vs Ecbatic - What's the difference?

ectatic | ecbatic |

As adjectives the difference between ectatic and ecbatic

is that ectatic is of or relating to ectasia while ecbatic is denoting a mere result or consequence.

ectatic

English

Adjective

(-)
  • (medical) Of or relating to ectasia.

    • References

    Webster's Third New International Dictionary, Unabridged . Merriam-Webster, 2002. http://unabridged.merriam-webster.com unabridged.merriam-webster.com (19 Dec 2012)

    ecbatic

    English

    Adjective

    (-)
  • (grammar) Denoting a mere result or consequence.

    • Usage notes

    * Distinguished from (telic), which denotes intention or purpose. (Webster 1913)