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awful vs mean

mean vs awful

awful is not a noun while mean is a noun.

awful and mean both are adjectives.

awful is not a verb while mean is a verb.

awful is an adverb but mean is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
awful No Yes No Yes
mean Yes Yes Yes No
awful (noun) mean (noun)
an average of n numbers computed by adding some function of the numbers and dividing by some function of n
awful (adjective) mean (adjective)
offensive or even (of persons) malicious of no value or worth
causing fear or dread or terror having or showing an ignoble lack of honor or morality
exceptionally bad or displeasing characterized by malice
extreme in degree or extent or amount or impact approximating the statistical norm or average or expected value
inspiring awe or admiration or wonder marked by poverty befitting a beggar
inspired by a feeling of fearful wonderment or reverence (used of sums of money) so small in amount as to deserve contempt
(used of persons or behavior) characterized by or indicative of lack of generosity
very good; of the highest quality
awful (verb) mean (verb)
have in mind as a purpose
intend to refer to
destine or designate for a certain purpose
mean or intend to express or convey
denote or connote
have as a logical consequence
have a specified degree of importance
awful (adverb) mean (adverb)
used as intensifiers
Difference between awful and mean

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