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mortify vs gangrene

gangrene vs mortify

mortify is not a noun while gangrene is a noun.

mortify and gangrene both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
mortify No No Yes No
gangrene Yes No Yes No
As verbs, mortify and gangrene are synonyms defined as:
  • mortify and gangrene: undergo necrosis
Other synonyms of mortify include necrose, sphacelate.
mortify (noun) gangrene (noun)
the localized death of living cells (as from infection or the interruption of blood supply)
necrotic tissue; a mortified or gangrenous part or mass
mortify (verb) gangrene (verb)
undergo necrosis undergo necrosis
cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
hold within limits and control
practice self-denial of one's body and appetites
Difference between mortify and gangrene

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