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check vs halt

halt vs check

check and halt both are nouns.

check is not an adjective while halt is an adjective.

check and halt both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
check Yes No Yes No
halt Yes Yes Yes No
As nouns, check and halt are synonyms defined as:
  • check and halt: the state of inactivity following an interruption
Other synonyms of check include arrest, hitch, stay, stop, stoppage.
As verbs, halt is a hyponym of check; that is, halt is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than check:
  • check: arrest the motion (of something) abruptly
  • halt: stop the flow of a liquid
Other hyponyms of check include stanch, staunch, stem.
As verbs, halt is a hypernym of check; that is, halt is a word with a broader meaning than check:
  • check: stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
  • halt: come to a halt, stop moving
Other hypernyms of check include stop.
As verbs, halt is a hypernym of check; that is, halt is a word with a broader meaning than check:
  • check: abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
  • halt: come to a halt, stop moving
Other hypernyms of check include stop.
As verbs, halt is a hypernym of check; that is, halt is a word with a broader meaning than check:
  • check: stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
  • halt: come to a halt, stop moving
Other hypernyms of check include stop.
check (noun) halt (noun)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement
obstructing an opponent in ice hockey the event of something ending
(chess) a direct attack on an opponent's king the state of inactivity following an interruption
the act of inspecting or verifying
a textile pattern of squares or crossed lines (resembling a checkerboard)
a mark left after a small piece has been chopped or broken off of something
an appraisal of the state of affairs
additional proof that something that was believed (some fact or hypothesis or theory) is correct
something immaterial that interferes with or delays action or progress
the bill in a restaurant
a mark indicating that something has been noted or completed etc.
a written order directing a bank to pay money
the state of inactivity following an interruption
check (adjective) halt (adjective)
disabled in the feet or legs
check (verb) halt (verb)
slow the growth or development of stop the flow of a liquid
become fractured; break or crack on the surface only come to a halt, stop moving
make cracks or chinks in cause to come to an abrupt stop
arrest the motion (of something) abruptly stop from happening or developing
examine so as to determine accuracy, quality, or condition
put a check mark on or near or next to
be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something
verify by consulting a source or authority
write out a check on a bank account
find out, learn, or determine with certainty, usually by making an inquiry or other effort
place into check
decline to initiate betting
hold back, as of a danger or an enemy; check the expansion or influence of
mark into squares or draw squares on; draw crossed lines on
stop in a chase especially when scent is lost
abandon the intended prey, turn, and pursue an inferior prey
stop for a moment, as if out of uncertainty or caution
hand over something to somebody as for temporary safekeeping
consign for shipment on a vehicle
develop (a child's or animal's) behavior by instruction and practice; especially to teach self-control
make an examination or investigation
lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
block or impede (a player from the opposing team) in ice hockey
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
be verified or confirmed; pass inspection
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