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match vs correct

correct vs match

match is a noun but correct is not a noun.

match is not an adjective while correct is an adjective.

match and correct both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
match Yes No Yes No
correct No Yes Yes No
As verbs, correct is a hypernym of match; that is, correct is a word with a broader meaning than match:
  • match: make correspond or harmonize
  • correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Other hypernyms of match include adjust, set.
match (noun) correct (noun)
lighter consisting of a thin piece of wood or cardboard tipped with combustible chemical; ignites with friction
an exact duplicate
a burning piece of wood or cardboard
something that resembles or harmonizes with
a formal contest in which two or more persons or teams compete
a pair of people who live together
a person who is of equal standing with another in a group
a person regarded as a good matrimonial prospect
the score needed to win a match
match (adjective) correct (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
correct in opinion or judgment
socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
match (verb) correct (verb)
be equal or harmonize treat a defect
make correspond or harmonize make right or correct
make equal, uniform, corresponding, or matching alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
set into opposition or rivalry censure severely
bring two objects, ideas, or people together fall in value
give or join in marriage punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
provide funds complementary to make reparations or amends for
be compatible, similar or consistent; coincide in their characteristics adjust for
be equal to in quality or ability
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