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discover vs name

name vs discover

discover is not a noun while name is a noun.

discover and name both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
discover No No Yes No
name Yes No Yes No
As verbs, discover and name are synonyms defined as:
  • discover and name: identify as in botany or biology, for example
Other synonyms of discover include describe, distinguish, identify, key, key out.
discover (noun) name (noun)
by the sanction or authority of
a language unit by which a person or thing is known
a defamatory or abusive word or phrase
family based on male descent
a well-known or notable person
a person's reputation
discover (verb) name (verb)
get to know or become aware of, usually accidentally determine or distinguish the nature of a problem or an illness through a diagnostic analysis
identify as in botany or biology, for example identify as in botany or biology, for example
make known to the public information that was previously known only to a few people or that was meant to be kept a secret give the name or identifying characteristics of; refer to by name or some other identifying characteristic property
make a discovery, make a new finding assign a specified (usually proper) name to
see for the first time; make a discovery make reference to
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes mention and identify by name
find unexpectedly give or make a list of; name individually; give the names of
create and charge with a task or function
charge with a function; charge to be
Difference between discover and name

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