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mortify vs curb

curb vs mortify

mortify is not a noun while curb is a noun.

mortify and curb both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
mortify No No Yes No
curb Yes No Yes No
As verbs, curb is a hypernym of mortify; that is, curb is a word with a broader meaning than mortify:
  • mortify: hold within limits and control
  • curb: lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
Other hypernyms of mortify include check, contain, control, hold, hold in, moderate.
mortify (noun) curb (noun)
the act of restraining power or action or limiting excess
an edge between a sidewalk and a roadway consisting of a line of curbstones (usually forming part of a gutter)
a horse's bit with an attached chain or strap to check the horse
mortify (verb) curb (verb)
undergo necrosis place restrictions on
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of keep to the curb
hold within limits and control lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits
practice self-denial of one's body and appetites
Difference between mortify and curb

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