express vs throw

throw vs express

express and throw both are nouns.

express is an adjective but throw is not an adjective.

express and throw both are verbs.

express is an adverb but throw is not an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
express	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
throw	Yes	No	Yes	No

As verbs, throw is a hyponym of express; that is, throw is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than express:

express: articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
throw: utter with force; utter vehemently

Other hyponyms of express include blaspheme, curse, cuss, imprecate, swear, wish, call out, cry, cry out, exclaim, outcry, shout, clamor, clamour, shout out, vociferate, marvel, voice, raise, breathe, drop, pour out, get off, platitudinize, say, represent, say, state, tell, pooh-pooh, hurl, hate.

express (noun)	throw (noun)
rapid transport of goods	the act of throwing (propelling something with a rapid movement of the arm and wrist)
public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops	casting an object in order to determine an outcome randomly
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system	bedclothes consisting of a lightweight cloth covering (an afghan or bedspread) that is casually thrown over something
	the maximum movement available to a pivoted or reciprocating piece by a cam
	a single chance or instance

express (adjective)	throw (adjective)
not tacit or implied
without unnecessary stops

express (verb)	throw (verb)
articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise	be confusing or perplexing to; cause to be unable to think clearly
give expression to	convey or communicate; of a smile, a look, a physical gesture
serve as a means for expressing something	utter with force; utter vehemently
indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.	propel through the air
send by rapid transport or special messenger service	cause to go on or to be engaged or set in operation
obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action	place or put with great energy
manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)	cause to fall off
	to remove
	throw (a die) out onto a flat surface
	make on a potter's wheel
	put or send forth
	organize or be responsible for
	cause to be confused emotionally
	move violently, energetically, or carelessly
	to put into a state or activity hastily, suddenly, or carelessly

express (adverb)	throw (adverb)
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