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keep vs go on

go on vs keep

keep is a noun but go on is not a noun.

keep and go on both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
keep Yes No Yes No
go on No No Yes No
As verbs, keep and go on are synonyms defined as:
  • keep and go on: continue a certain state, condition, or activity
Other synonyms of keep include continue, go along, proceed.
keep (noun) go on (noun)
the main tower within the walls of a medieval castle or fortress
a cell in a jail or prison
the financial means whereby one lives
keep (verb) go on (verb)
prevent (food) from rotting come to pass
prevent the action or expression of continue talking
stick to correctly or closely start running, functioning, or operating
maintain by writing regular records move forward, also in the metaphorical sense
supply with necessities and support continue a certain state, condition, or activity
hold and prevent from leaving
retain possession of
look after; be the keeper of; have charge of
retain rights to
maintain for use and service
have as a supply
store or keep customarily
stop (someone or something) from doing something or being in a certain state
allow to remain in a place or position or maintain a property or feature
conform one's action or practice to
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
cause to continue in a certain state, position, or activity
supply with room and board
maintain in safety from injury, harm, or danger
fail to spoil or rot
continue a certain state, condition, or activity
to rear
Difference between keep and go on

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