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behind vs behindhand

behindhand vs behind

behind is a noun but behindhand is not a noun.

behind and behindhand both are adjectives.

behind and behindhand both are adverbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
behind Yes Yes No Yes
behindhand No Yes No Yes
As adverbs, behind and behindhand are synonyms defined as:
  • behind and behindhand: in debt
Other synonyms of behind include in arrears.
behind (noun) behindhand (noun)
the fleshy part of the human body that you sit on
behind (adjective) behindhand (adjective)
having the lower score or lagging position in a contest behind schedule
behind (adverb) behindhand (adverb)
in or to or toward the rear in debt
remaining in a place or condition that has been left or departed from
in debt
in or into an inferior position
showing a time that is earlier than the actual time
Difference between behind and behindhand

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