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drink vs squander

squander vs drink

drink is a noun but squander is not a noun.

drink and squander both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
drink Yes No Yes No
squander No No Yes No
As verbs, squander is a hypernym of drink; that is, squander is a word with a broader meaning than drink:
  • drink: drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
  • squander: spend extravagantly
Other hypernyms of drink include consume, ware, waste.
drink (noun) squander (noun)
the act of drinking alcoholic beverages to excess
the act of swallowing
any liquid suitable for drinking
a single serving of a beverage
any large deep body of water
drink (verb) squander (verb)
be fascinated or spell-bound by; pay close attention to spend extravagantly
take in liquids spend thoughtlessly; throw away
consume alcohol
drink excessive amounts of alcohol; be an alcoholic
propose a toast to
Difference between drink and squander

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