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Esoteric vs Niche - What's the difference?

esoteric | niche |

As a noun niche

is a cavity, hollow, or recess, generally within the thickness of a wall, for a statue, bust, or other erect ornament. Hence, any similar position, literal or figurative.

As a verb niche

is {{cx|transitive|marketing|lang=en}} To specialize in a niche, or particular narrow section of the market.

As an adjective esoteric is

intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest, or an enlightened inner circle.

esoteric

English

Adjective

(en adjective)
  • intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with a specialized knowledge or interest, or an enlightened inner circle.
    • ''The writing in this manual is very esoteric ; I need a degree in engineering just to understand it!
  • Having to do with concepts that are highly theoretical and without obvious practical application; often with mystical or religious connotations.
  • Confidential; private.

    • Synonyms

    * (understood only by a chosen few or an enlightened inner circle) arcane, recondite * cerebral * secretive

    Antonyms

    * exoteric

    Related terms

    * esoterica * esoterically * esotericism * esotericist * esoterism

    See also

    * exoterism * metaphysical * occult * paranormal * supernatural * theoretical

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    niche

    English

    (wikipedia niche)

    Noun

    (en noun)
  • (architecture) A cavity, hollow, or recess, generally within the thickness of a wall, for a statue, bust, or other erect ornament. Hence, any similar position, literal or figurative.
    • "Images defended from the injuries of the weather by niches of stone wherein they are placed." --Evelyn.
  • (biology) A function within an ecological system to which an organism is especially suited.
  • (by extension) Any position of opportunity for which one is well-suited, such as a particular market in business.
  • An arrow woven into a Muslim prayer rug pointing in the direction of Mecca.

    • Synonyms

    * (position of opportunity) specialty, specialization,

    Derived terms

    * fundamental niche * niche market

    See also

    *

    Verb

  • To specialize in a niche, or particular narrow section of the market.
  • * 2002 , Frederick Betz, Executive Strategy (page 92)
    • Product differentiation will be mostly limited to market niching and fashion.

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