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blame vs knock

knock vs blame

blame and knock both are nouns.

blame is an adjective but knock is not an adjective.

blame and knock both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
blame Yes Yes Yes No
knock Yes No Yes No
As verbs, knock is a hypernym of blame; that is, knock is a word with a broader meaning than blame:
  • blame: harass with constant criticism
  • knock: find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
Other hypernyms of blame include criticise, criticize, pick apart.
blame (noun) knock (noun)
a reproach for some lapse or misdeed the act of hitting vigorously
an accusation that you are responsible for some lapse or misdeed negative criticism
a vigorous blow
the sound of knocking (as on a door or in an engine or bearing)
a bad experience
blame (adjective) knock (adjective)
expletives used informally as intensifiers
blame (verb) knock (verb)
attribute responsibility to find fault with; express criticism of; point out real or perceived flaws
put or pin the blame on knock against with force or violence
harass with constant criticism rap with the knuckles
deliver a sharp blow or push
make light, repeated taps on a surface
sound like a car engine that is firing too early
Difference between blame and knock

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