contrive vs throw

throw vs contrive

contrive is not a noun while throw is a noun.

contrive and throw both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
contrive	No	No	Yes	No
throw	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, contrive and throw are synonyms defined as:

contrive and throw: put or send forth

Other synonyms of contrive include cast, project.

contrive (noun)	throw (noun)
	the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
	casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
	bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
	the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
	a single chance or instance

contrive (verb)	throw (verb)
come up with (an idea, plan, explanation, theory, or principle) after a mental effort	be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
make or work out a plan for; devise	convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
put or send forth	utter with force; utter vehemently
	propel through the air
	cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
	place or put with great energy
	cause to fall off
	to remove
	throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
	make on a potter's wheel
	put or send forth
	organize or be responsible for
	cause to be confused emotionally
	move violently, energetically, or carelessly
	to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly

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