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apply vs use

use vs apply

apply is not a noun while use is a noun.

apply and use both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
apply No No Yes No
use Yes No Yes No
As verbs, apply and use are synonyms defined as:
  • apply and use: put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
Other synonyms of apply include employ, utilise, utilize.
As verbs, apply and use are synonyms defined as:
  • apply and use: avail oneself to
Other synonyms of apply include practice.
apply (noun) use (noun)
the act of using
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
what something is used for
a particular service
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
apply (verb) use (verb)
ask (for something) put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
refer (a word or name) to a person or thing take or consume (regularly or habitually)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose use up (resources or materials)
coat, cover or smear a surface with habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)
give or convey physically avail oneself to
avail oneself to seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
ensure observance of laws and rules
apply oneself to
be pertinent or relevant or applicable
be applicable to; as to an analysis
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