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denote vs slur

slur vs denote

denote is not a noun while slur is a noun.

denote and slur both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
denote No No Yes No
slur Yes No Yes No
As verbs, slur is a hyponym of denote; that is, slur is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than denote:
  • denote: have as a meaning
  • slur: speak disparagingly of; e.g., make a racial slur
denote (noun) slur (noun)
a blemish made by dirt
a disparaging remark
(music) a curved line spanning notes that are to be played legato
denote (verb) slur (verb)
have as a meaning become vague or indistinct
be a sign or indication of utter indistinctly
make known; make an announcement speak disparagingly of; e.g., make a racial slur
play smoothly or legato
Difference between denote and slur

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