cast vs shape

cast and shape both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
cast	Yes	No	Yes	No
shape	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, cast and shape are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of cast include form.

As verbs, shape is a hypernym of cast; that is, shape is a word with a broader meaning than cast:

Other hypernyms of cast include forge, form, mold, mould, work.

cast (noun)	shape (noun)
the act of throwing dice	the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance
the act of throwing a fishing line out over the water by means of a rod and reel	any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline)
a violent throw	the visual appearance of something or someone
object formed by a mold	alternative names for the body of a human being
bandage consisting of a firm covering (often made of plaster of Paris) that immobilizes broken bones while they heal	a perceptual structure
container into which liquid is poured to create a given shape when it hardens	a concrete representation of an otherwise nebulous concept
the visual appearance of something or someone	the state of (good) health (especially in the phrases `in condition' or `in shape' or `out of condition' or `out of shape')
the actors in a play
the distinctive form in which a thing is made

cast (verb)	shape (verb)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth	give shape or form to
formulate in a particular style or language	shape or influence; give direction to
choose at random	make something, usually for a specific function
throw forcefully
to remove
form by pouring (e.g., wax or hot metal) into a cast or mold
select to play,sing, or dance a part in a play, movie, musical, opera, or ballet
put or send forth
move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment
deposit
assign the roles of (a movie or a play) to actors