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align vs correct

correct vs align

align is not an adjective while correct is an adjective.

align and correct both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
align No No Yes No
correct No Yes Yes No
As verbs, correct is a hypernym of align; that is, correct is a word with a broader meaning than align:
  • align: bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation
  • correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Other hypernyms of align include adjust, set.
align (adjective) correct (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
correct in opinion or judgment
socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
align (verb) correct (verb)
place in a line or arrange so as to be parallel or straight treat a defect
bring (components or parts) into proper or desirable coordination correlation make right or correct
align oneself with a group or a way of thinking alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
be or come into adjustment with censure severely
fall in value
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for
Difference between align and correct

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