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contract vs modify

modify vs contract

contract is a noun but modify is not a noun.

contract and modify both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
contract Yes No Yes No
modify No No Yes No
As verbs, modify is a hypernym of contract; that is, modify is a word with a broader meaning than contract:
  • contract: compress or concentrate
  • modify: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of contract include alter, change.
contract (noun) modify (noun)
a variety of bridge in which the bidder receives points toward game only for the number of tricks he bid
a binding agreement between two or more persons that is enforceable by law
(contract bridge) the highest bid becomes the contract setting the number of tricks that the bidder must make
contract (verb) modify (verb)
be stricken by an illness, fall victim to an illness make less severe or harsh or extreme
make or become more narrow or restricted add a modifier to a constituent
become smaller or draw together cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
reduce in scope while retaining essential elements
compress or concentrate
enter into a contractual arrangement
make smaller
squeeze or press together
engage by written agreement
Difference between contract and modify

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