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giantism vs hypertrophy

hypertrophy vs giantism

giantism and hypertrophy both are nouns.

giantism is not a verb while hypertrophy is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
giantism Yes No No No
hypertrophy Yes No Yes No
As nouns, hypertrophy is a hypernym of giantism; that is, hypertrophy is a word with a broader meaning than giantism:
  • giantism: excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland
  • hypertrophy: abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ
giantism (noun) hypertrophy (noun)
excessive largeness of stature abnormal enlargement of a body part or organ
excessive size; usually caused by excessive secretion of growth hormone from the pituitary gland
giantism (verb) hypertrophy (verb)
undergo hypertrophy
Difference between giantism and hypertrophy

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