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lounge vs sit

sit vs lounge

lounge is a noun but sit is not a noun.

lounge and sit both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
lounge Yes No Yes No
sit No No Yes No
As verbs, sit is a hypernym of lounge; that is, sit is a word with a broader meaning than lounge:
  • lounge: sit or recline comfortably
  • sit: be in a position in which one's upper body is largely upright and supported by one's backside
Other hypernyms of lounge include sit down.
lounge (noun) sit (noun)
a room (as in a hotel or airport) with seating where people can wait
an upholstered seat for more than one person
lounge (verb) sit (verb)
sit or recline comfortably serve in a specific professional capacity
be about a place without any apparent purpose be in a position in which one's upper body is largely upright and supported by one's backside
show to a seat; assign a seat for
take a seat
be in session
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
assume a posture as for artistic purposes
work or act as a baby-sitter
be around, often idly or without specific purpose
be located or situated somewhere
Difference between lounge and sit

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