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clean vs change

change vs clean

clean and change both are nouns.

clean is an adjective but change is not an adjective.

clean and change both are verbs.

clean is an adverb but change is not an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
clean Yes Yes Yes Yes
change Yes No Yes No
As verbs, change is a hypernym of clean; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than clean:
  • clean: make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from
  • change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of clean include alter, modify.
clean (noun) change (noun)
a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead the action of changing something
a different or fresh set of clothes
a thing that is different
a difference that is usually pleasant
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
clean (adjective) change (adjective)
free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits
(of behavior or especially language) free from objectionable elements; fit for all observers
not spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination
ritually clean or pure
free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed
free from sepsis or infection
thorough and without qualification
without difficulties or problems
(of a surface) not written or printed on
exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play
(of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections
morally pure
(of a record) having no marks of discredit or offense
free from impurities
free of drugs
not carrying concealed weapons
free of restrictions or qualifications
(of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims
clean (verb) change (verb)
clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
remove unwanted substances from cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
remove shells or husks from change clothes; put on different clothes
make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
clean and tidy up the house lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove while making clean remove or replace the coverings of
remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely become deeper in tone
deprive wholly of money in a gambling game, robbery, etc. change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
be cleanable give to, and receive from, one another
clean (adverb) change (adverb)
in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
completely; used as intensifiers
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