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applet vs application

application vs applet

applet and application both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
applet Yes No No No
application Yes No No No
As nouns, application is a hypernym of applet; that is, application is a word with a broader meaning than applet:
  • applet: a Java application; an application program that uses the client's web browser to provide a user interface
  • application: a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task
Other hypernyms of applet include application program, applications programme.
applet (noun) application (noun)
a Java application; an application program that uses the client's web browser to provide a user interface the action of putting something into operation
a diligent effort
the act of bringing something to bear; using it for a particular purpose
the work of applying something
liquid preparation having a soothing or antiseptic or medicinal action when applied to the skin
a verbal or written request for assistance or employment or admission to a school
a program that gives a computer instructions that provide the user with tools to accomplish a task
Difference between applet and application

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