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ache vs hanker

hanker vs ache

ache is a noun but hanker is not a noun.

ache and hanker both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ache Yes No Yes No
hanker No No Yes No
As verbs, hanker is a hypernym of ache; that is, hanker is a word with a broader meaning than ache:
  • ache: have a desire for something or someone who is not present
  • hanker: desire strongly or persistently
Other hypernyms of ache include long, yearn.
ache (noun) hanker (noun)
a dull persistent (usually moderately intense) pain
ache (verb) hanker (verb)
have a desire for something or someone who is not present desire strongly or persistently
be the source of pain
feel physical pain
Difference between ache and hanker

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