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dry vs change

change vs dry

dry and change both are nouns.

dry is an adjective but change is not an adjective.

dry and change both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
dry Yes Yes Yes No
change Yes No Yes No
As verbs, change is a hypernym of dry; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than dry:
  • dry: become dry or drier
  • change: undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
As verbs, change is a hypernym of dry; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than dry:
  • dry: remove the moisture from and make dry
  • change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of dry include alter, modify.
dry (noun) change (noun)
a reformer who opposes the use of intoxicating beverages the action of changing something
a different or fresh set of clothes
a thing that is different
a difference that is usually pleasant
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
dry (adjective) change (adjective)
free from liquid or moisture; lacking natural or normal moisture or depleted of water; or no longer wet
not producing milk
(of liquor) having a low residual sugar content because of decomposition of sugar during fermentation
opposed to or prohibiting the production and sale of alcoholic beverages
lacking moisture or volatile components
without a mucous or watery discharge
having a large proportion of strong liquor
humorously sarcastic or mocking
practicing complete abstinence from alcoholic beverages
used of solid substances in contrast with liquid ones
not shedding tears
lacking warmth or emotional involvement
unproductive especially of the expected results
lacking interest or stimulation; dull and lifeless
(of food) eaten without a spread or sauce or other garnish
having no adornment or coloration
dry (verb) change (verb)
become dry or drier undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
remove the moisture from and make dry cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
change clothes; put on different clothes
exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove or replace the coverings of
become deeper in tone
change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
give to, and receive from, one another
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