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jibe vs underpin

underpin vs jibe

jibe is a noun but underpin is not a noun.

jibe and underpin both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
jibe Yes No Yes No
underpin No No Yes No
As verbs, underpin is a hyponym of jibe; that is, underpin is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than jibe:
  • jibe: be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics
  • underpin: support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm
jibe (noun) underpin (noun)
an aggressive remark directed at a person like a missile and intended to have a telling effect
jibe (verb) underpin (verb)
shift from one side of the ship to the other support from beneath
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics support with evidence or authority or make more certain or confirm
Difference between jibe and underpin

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