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lie vs bask

bask vs lie

lie is a noun but bask is not a noun.

lie and bask both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
lie Yes No Yes No
bask No No Yes No
As verbs, bask is a hyponym of lie; that is, bask is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than lie:
  • lie: be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position
  • bask: be exposed
Other hyponyms of lie include sun, sunbathe, sprawl, recline, recumb, repose, overlie, lie awake, repose.
lie (noun) bask (noun)
a statement that deviates from or perverts the truth
position or manner in which something is situated
lie (verb) bask (verb)
tell an untruth; pretend with intent to deceive be exposed
be lying, be prostrate; be in a horizontal position derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
assume a reclining position
be located or situated somewhere; occupy a certain position
originate (in)
have a place in relation to something else
be and remain in a particular state or condition
Difference between lie and bask

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