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gibe vs consist

consist vs gibe

gibe is a noun but consist is not a noun.

gibe and consist both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
gibe Yes No Yes No
consist No No Yes No
As verbs, consist is a hyponym of gibe; that is, consist is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than gibe:
  • gibe: be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
  • consist: be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
gibe (noun) consist (noun)
an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
gibe (verb) consist (verb)
laugh at with contempt and derision originate (in)
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics be composed of
be consistent in form, tenor, or character; be congruous
have its essential character; be comprised or contained in; be embodied in
Difference between gibe and consist

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