compact vs pack

compact and pack both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
compact	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
pack	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, compact and pack are synonyms defined as:

Other synonyms of compact include bundle, wad.

As verbs, pack is a hyponym of compact; that is, pack is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than compact:

Other hyponyms of compact include tamp, tamp down.

As verbs, compact and pack are synonyms defined as:

compact and pack: have the property of being packable or of compacting easily

compact (noun)	pack (noun)
a small cosmetics case with a mirror; to be carried in a woman's purse	a convenient package or parcel (as of cigarettes or film)
a small and economical car	a bundle (especially one carried on the back)
a signed written agreement between two or more parties (nations) to perform some action	a sheet or blanket (either dry or wet) to wrap around the body for its therapeutic effect
	a cream that cleanses and tones the skin
	a group of hunting animals
	an exclusive circle of people with a common purpose
	an association of criminals
	a complete collection of similar things
	a large indefinite quantity

compact (adjective)	pack (adjective)
closely and firmly united or packed together
briefly giving the gist of something
having a short and solid form or stature

compact (verb)	pack (verb)
squeeze or press together	treat the body or any part of it by wrapping it, as with blankets or sheets, and applying compresses to it, or stuffing it to provide cover, containment, or therapy, or to absorb blood
compress into a wad	arrange in a container
make more compact by or as if by pressing	load with a pack
have the property of being packable or of compacting easily	compress into a wad
	seal with packing
	press down tightly
	carry, as on one's back
	have the property of being packable or of compacting easily
	press tightly together or cram
	hike with a backpack
	fill to capacity
	set up a committee or legislative body with one's own supporters so as to influence the outcome
	have with oneself; have on one's person