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devour vs relish

relish vs devour

devour is not a noun while relish is a noun.

devour and relish both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
devour No No Yes No
relish Yes No Yes No
As verbs, relish is a hypernym of devour; that is, relish is a word with a broader meaning than devour:
  • devour: enjoy avidly
  • relish: derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
Other hypernyms of devour include bask, enjoy, savor, savour.
devour (noun) relish (noun)
the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth
vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment
spicy or savory condiment
devour (verb) relish (verb)
eat greedily derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
eat up completely, as with great appetite
to consume
enjoy avidly
Difference between devour and relish

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