correct vs reverse

reverse vs correct

correct is not a noun while reverse is a noun.

correct and reverse both are adjectives.

correct and reverse both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
correct	No	Yes	Yes	No
reverse	Yes	Yes	Yes	No

As verbs, reverse is a hypernym of correct; that is, reverse is a word with a broader meaning than correct:

correct: make right or correct
reverse: change to the contrary

Other hypernyms of correct include change by reversal, turn.

correct (noun)	reverse (noun)
	(American football) a running play in which a back running in one direction hands the ball to a back running in the opposite direction
	turning in the opposite direction
	the gears by which the motion of a machine can be reversed
	the side of a coin or medal that does not bear the principal design
	an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
	a relation of direct opposition

correct (adjective)	reverse (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth	of the transmission gear causing backward movement in a motor vehicle
correct in opinion or judgment	directed or moving toward the rear
socially right or correct	reversed (turned backward) in order or nature or effect
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure

correct (verb)	reverse (verb)
treat a defect	change to the contrary
make right or correct	turn inside out or upside down
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard	reverse the position, order, relation, or condition of
censure severely	rule against
fall in value	cancel officially
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for

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