baffle vs scotch

baffle and scotch both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
baffle	Yes	No	Yes	No
scotch	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

As verbs, baffle and scotch are synonyms defined as:

baffle and scotch: hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of

Other synonyms of baffle include bilk, cross, foil, frustrate, queer, spoil, thwart.

baffle (noun)	scotch (noun)
a flat plate that controls or directs the flow of fluid or energy	a slight surface cut (especially a notch that is made to keep a tally)

baffle (adjective)	scotch (adjective)
	avoiding waste

baffle (verb)	scotch (verb)
restrain the emission of (sound, fluid, etc.)	make a small cut or score into
be a mystery or bewildering to	hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of
hinder or prevent (the efforts, plans, or desires) of