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foresee vs act

act vs foresee

foresee is not a noun while act is a noun.

foresee and act both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
foresee No No Yes No
act Yes No Yes No
As verbs, act is a hypernym of foresee; that is, act is a word with a broader meaning than foresee:
  • foresee: act in advance of; deal with ahead of time
  • act: perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
Other hypernyms of foresee include move.
foresee (noun) act (noun)
something that people do or cause to happen
a subdivision of a play or opera or ballet
a legal document codifying the result of deliberations of a committee or society or legislative body
a short performance that is part of a longer program
a manifestation of insincerity
foresee (verb) act (verb)
realize beforehand behave in a certain manner; show a certain behavior; conduct or comport oneself
picture to oneself; imagine possible pretend to have certain qualities or state of mind
act in advance of; deal with ahead of time discharge one's duties
play a role or part
perform on a stage or theater
behave unnaturally or affectedly
perform an action, or work out or perform (an action)
have an effect or outcome; often the one desired or expected
be suitable for theatrical performance
Difference between foresee and act

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