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ache vs earache

earache vs ache

ache and earache both are nouns.

ache is a verb but earache is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ache Yes No Yes No
earache Yes No No No
As nouns, earache is a hyponym of ache; that is, earache is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than ache:
  • ache: a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
  • earache: an ache localized in the middle or inner ear
ache (noun) earache (noun)
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain an ache localized in the middle or inner ear
ache (verb) earache (verb)
have a desire for something or someone who is not present
be the source of pain
feel physical pain
Difference between ache and earache

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