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act vs hindrance

hindrance vs act

act and hindrance both are nouns.

act is a verb but hindrance is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
act Yes No Yes No
hindrance Yes No No No
As nouns, hindrance is a hyponym of act; that is, hindrance is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than act:
  • act: something that people do or cause to happen
  • hindrance: the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
act (noun) hindrance (noun)
something that people do or cause to happen the act of hindering or obstructing or impeding
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet any obstruction that impedes or is burdensome
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
a short performance that is part of a longer program
a manifestation of insincerity
act (verb) hindrance (verb)
behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
discharge one's duties
play a role or part
perform on a stage or theater
behave unnaturally or affectedly
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
be suitable for theatrical performance
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