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apply vs put on

put on vs apply

apply is not an adjective while put on is an adjective.

apply and put on both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
apply No No Yes No
put on No Yes Yes No
As verbs, apply and put on are synonyms defined as:
  • apply and put on: coat, cover or smear a surface with
apply (adjective) put on (adjective)
adopted in order to deceive
apply (verb) put on (verb)
ask (for something) put clothing on one's body
refer (a word or name) to a person or thing increase (one's body weight)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose add to something existing
coat, cover or smear a surface with add to the odometer
give or convey physically fool or hoax
avail oneself to coat, cover or smear a surface with
ensure observance of laws and rules prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance
apply oneself to carry out (performances)
be pertinent or relevant or applicable put on the stove or ready for cooking
be applicable to; as to an analysis
Difference between apply and put on

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