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associate vs friend

friend vs associate

associate and friend both are nouns.

associate is an adjective but friend is not an adjective.

associate is a verb but friend is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
associate Yes Yes Yes No
friend Yes No No No
As nouns, friend is a hyponym of associate; that is, friend is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than associate:
  • associate: a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor
  • friend: an associate who provides cooperation or assistance
As nouns, friend is a hypernym of associate; that is, friend is a word with a broader meaning than associate:
  • associate: a friend who is frequently in the company of another
  • friend: a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
associate (noun) friend (noun)
a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies a person you know well and regard with affection and trust
any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another a person with whom you are acquainted
a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor an associate who provides cooperation or assistance
a friend who is frequently in the company of another a person who backs a politician or a team etc.
a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise
associate (adjective) friend (adjective)
having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status
associate (verb) friend (verb)
make a logical or causal connection
bring or come into association or action
keep company with; hang out with
Difference between associate and friend

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