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lean vs suffer

suffer vs lean

lean is a noun but suffer is not a noun.

lean is an adjective but suffer is not an adjective.

lean and suffer both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
lean Yes Yes Yes No
suffer No No Yes No
As verbs, suffer is a hyponym of lean; that is, suffer is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than lean:
  • lean: have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined
  • suffer: be given to
Other hyponyms of lean include take kindly to, gravitate.
lean (noun) suffer (noun)
the property possessed by a line or surface that departs from the vertical
lean (adjective) suffer (adjective)
lacking in mineral content or combustible material
lacking excess flesh
not profitable or prosperous
containing little excess
lean (verb) suffer (verb)
rely on for support be in pain
cause to lean or incline undergo (as of injuries and illnesses)
to incline or bend from a vertical position feel unwell or uncomfortable
cause to lean to the side get worse in quality
have a tendency or disposition to do or be something; be inclined be set at a disadvantage
put up with something or somebody unpleasant
experience (emotional) pain
feel physical pain
undergo or be subjected to
undergo or suffer
be given to
Difference between lean and suffer

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