about-face vs change

change vs about-face

about-face and change both are nouns.

about-face and change both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
about-face	Yes	No	Yes	No
change	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, change is a hypernym of about-face; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than about-face:

about-face: a major change in attitude or principle or point of view
change: the action of changing something

about-face (noun)	change (noun)
a major change in attitude or principle or point of view	the action of changing something
act of pivoting 180 degrees, especially in a military formation	a different or fresh set of clothes
	a thing that is different
	a difference that is usually pleasant
	an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
	the result of alteration or modification
	coins of small denomination regarded collectively
	the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
	money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
	a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event

about-face (verb)	change (verb)
change one's mind and assume the opposite viewpoint	undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
turn, usually 180 degrees	cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
	become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
	change clothes; put on different clothes
	exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
	lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
	remove or replace the coverings of
	become deeper in tone
	change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
	give to, and receive from, one another

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