The difference between Timeline and Timetable

When used as nouns, timeline means a graphical representation of a chronological sequence of events (past or future), whereas timetable means a structured schedule of events with the times at which they occur, especially times of arrivals and departures.

When used as verbs, timeline means to analyse a sequence of events or activities, whereas timetable means to arrange a specific time for (an event, a class, etc).


check bellow for the other definitions of Timeline and Timetable

  1. Timeline as a noun:

    A graphical representation of a chronological sequence of events (past or future); a chronology.

  2. Timeline as a noun:

    A schedule of activities; a timetable.

  1. Timeline as a verb:

    To analyse a sequence of events or activities.

  2. Timeline as a verb:

    To display such a sequence graphically.

  1. Timetable as a noun:

    a structured schedule of events with the times at which they occur, especially times of arrivals and departures

    Examples:

    "The timetable has been changed several times since it was first announced."

  1. Timetable as a verb (transitive):

    To arrange a specific time for (an event, a class, etc).

    Examples:

    "I've timetabled the meeting for Monday afternoon."