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fixate vs bind

bind vs fixate

fixate is not a noun while bind is a noun.

fixate and bind both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
fixate No No Yes No
bind Yes No Yes No
As verbs, bind is a hypernym of fixate; that is, bind is a word with a broader meaning than fixate:
  • fixate: attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way
  • bind: create social or emotional ties
Other hypernyms of fixate include attach, bond, tie.
fixate (noun) bind (noun)
something that hinders as if with bonds
fixate (verb) bind (verb)
become fixed (on) cause to be constipated
make fixed, stable or stationary form a chemical bond with
pay attention to exclusively and obsessively bind by an obligation; cause to be indebted
attach (oneself) to a person or thing in a neurotic way make fast; tie or secure, with or as if with a rope
fasten or secure with a rope, string, or cord
provide with a binding
stick to firmly
secure with or as if with ropes
wrap around with something so as to cover or enclose
create social or emotional ties
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