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functionary vs regulator

regulator vs functionary

functionary and regulator both are nouns.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
functionary Yes No No No
regulator Yes No No No
As nouns, regulator is a hyponym of functionary; that is, regulator is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than functionary:
  • functionary: a worker who holds or is invested with an office
  • regulator: an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest
functionary (noun) regulator (noun)
a worker who holds or is invested with an office any of various controls or devices for regulating or controlling fluid flow, pressure, temperature, etc.
a control that maintains a steady speed in a machine (as by controlling the supply of fuel)
an official responsible for control and supervision of a particular activity or area of public interest
Difference between functionary and regulator

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