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extent vs compass

compass vs extent

extent and compass both are nouns.

extent is not a verb while compass is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
extent Yes No No No
compass Yes No Yes No
As nouns, compass is a hyponym of extent; that is, compass is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than extent:
  • extent: the distance or area or volume over which something extends
  • compass: an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
extent (noun) compass (noun)
the distance or area or volume over which something extends navigational instrument for finding directions
the point or degree to which something extends drafting instrument used for drawing circles
an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control:
the limit of capability
extent (verb) compass (verb)
get the meaning of something
travel around, either by plane or ship
bring about; accomplish
Difference between extent and compass

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