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erect vs build

build vs erect

erect is not a noun while build is a noun.

erect is an adjective but build is not an adjective.

erect and build both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
erect No Yes Yes No
build Yes No Yes No
As verbs, build is a hypernym of erect; that is, build is a word with a broader meaning than erect:
  • erect: construct, build, or erect
  • build: make by combining materials and parts
Other hypernyms of erect include construct, make.
erect (noun) build (noun)
constitution of the human body
alternative names for the body of a human being
erect (adjective) build (adjective)
upright in position or posture
of sexual organs; stiff and rigid
erect (verb) build (verb)
construct, build, or erect form or accumulate steadily
cause to rise up improve the cleansing action of
bolster or strengthen
develop and grow
found or ground
make by combining materials and parts
give form to, according to a plan
build or establish something abstract
be engaged in building
order, supervise, or finance the construction of
Difference between erect and build

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