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gain vs derive

derive vs gain

gain is a noun but derive is not a noun.

gain and derive both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gain Yes No Yes No
derive No No Yes No
As verbs, gain and derive are synonyms defined as:
  • gain and derive: obtain
gain (noun) derive (noun)
the amount of increase in signal power or voltage or current expressed as the ratio of output to input
the advantageous quality of being beneficial
the amount by which the revenue of a business exceeds its cost of operating
a quantity that is added
gain (verb) derive (verb)
increase (one's body weight) develop or evolve from a latent or potential state
rise in rate or price obtain from a particular source
increase or develop reason by deduction; establish by deduction
obtain advantages, such as points, etc. obtain
reach a destination, either real or abstract come from; be connected by a relationship of blood, for example
earn on some commercial or business transaction; earn as salary or wages
win something through one's efforts
derive a benefit from
obtain
Difference between gain and derive

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