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beset vs nark

nark vs beset

beset is not a noun while nark is a noun.

beset and nark both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
beset No No Yes No
nark Yes No Yes No
As verbs, nark is a hypernym of beset; that is, nark is a word with a broader meaning than beset:
  • beset: annoy continually or chronically
  • nark: cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
Other hypernyms of beset include annoy, bother, chafe, devil, get at, get to, gravel, irritate, nettle, rag, rile, vex.
beset (noun) nark (noun)
an informer or spy working for the police
a lawman concerned with narcotics violations
beset (verb) nark (verb)
assail or attack on all sides: inform or spy (for the police)
decorate or cover lavishly (as with gems) cause annoyance in; disturb, especially by minor irritations
annoy continually or chronically
Difference between beset and nark

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