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flex vs deform

deform vs flex

flex is a noun but deform is not a noun.

flex and deform both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
flex Yes No Yes No
deform No No Yes No
As verbs, flex and deform are synonyms defined as:
  • flex and deform: cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form
Other synonyms of flex include bend, turn, twist.
As verbs, deform is a hypernym of flex; that is, deform is a word with a broader meaning than flex:
  • flex: cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form
  • deform: assume a different shape or form
Other hypernyms of flex include change form, change shape.
As verbs, deform is a hypernym of flex; that is, deform is a word with a broader meaning than flex:
  • flex: form a curve
  • deform: assume a different shape or form
Other hypernyms of flex include change form, change shape.
flex (noun) deform (noun)
the act of flexing
flex (verb) deform (verb)
cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form become misshapen
bend a joint alter the shape of (something) by stress
form a curve assume a different shape or form
contract make formless
exhibit the strength of cause (an object) to assume a crooked or angular form
twist and press out of shape
Difference between flex and deform

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