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cleft vs cleave

cleave vs cleft

cleft is a noun but cleave is not a noun.

cleft is an adjective but cleave is not an adjective.

cleft is not a verb while cleave is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
cleft Yes Yes No No
cleave No No Yes No
cleft (noun) cleave (noun)
a long narrow cleft
a split or indentation in something (as the palate or chin)
cleft (adjective) cleave (adjective)
having one or more indentations reaching nearly to the midrib
split or divided
cleft (verb) cleave (verb)
separate or cut with a tool, such as a sharp instrument
make by cutting into
come or be in close contact with; stick or hold together and resist separation
Difference between cleft and cleave

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