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capsicum vs paprika

paprika vs capsicum

capsicum and paprika both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
capsicum Yes No No No
paprika Yes No No No
As nouns, paprika is a hyponym of capsicum; that is, paprika is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than capsicum:
  • capsicum: any of various tropical plants of the genus Capsicum bearing peppers
  • paprika: plant bearing large mild thick-walled usually bell-shaped fruits; the principal salad peppers
capsicum (noun) paprika (noun)
any of various tropical plants of the genus Capsicum bearing peppers a mild powdered seasoning made from dried pimientos
plant bearing large mild thick-walled usually bell-shaped fruits; the principal salad peppers
Difference between capsicum and paprika

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