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dent vs prick

prick vs dent

dent and prick both are nouns.

dent and prick both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dent Yes No Yes No
prick Yes No Yes No
As nouns, dent and prick are synonyms defined as:
  • dent and prick: a depression scratched or carved into a surface
Other synonyms of dent include incision, scratch, slit.
dent (noun) prick (noun)
an impression in a surface (as made by a blow) the act of puncturing with a small point
an appreciable consequence (especially a lessening) obscene terms for penis
a depression scratched or carved into a surface insulting terms of address for people who are stupid or irritating or ridiculous
a depression scratched or carved into a surface
dent (verb) prick (verb)
make a depression into make a small hole into, as with a needle or a thorn
deliver a sting to
stab or urge on as if with a pointed stick
to cause a sharp emotional pain
to stick up
cause a stinging pain
cause a prickling sensation
Difference between dent and prick

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