embrace vs espouse

espouse vs embrace

embrace is a noun but espouse is not a noun.

embrace and espouse both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
embrace	Yes	No	Yes	No
espouse	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, embrace and espouse are synonyms defined as:

embrace and espouse: take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own

Other synonyms of embrace include adopt, sweep up.

embrace (noun)	espouse (noun)
the act of clasping another person in the arms (as in greeting or affection)
a close affectionate and protective acceptance
the state of taking in or encircling

embrace (verb)	espouse (verb)
take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own	take up the cause, ideology, practice, method, of someone and use it as one's own
hold (someone) tightly in your arms, usually with fondness	choose and follow; as of theories, ideas, policies, strategies or plans
include in scope; include as part of something broader; have as one's sphere or territory	take in marriage; married

Difference between embrace and espouse

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