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ache vs perceive

perceive vs ache

ache is a noun but perceive is not a noun.

ache and perceive both are verbs.

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

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