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neat vs clean

clean vs neat

neat is not a noun while clean is a noun.

neat and clean both are adjectives.

neat is not a verb while clean is a verb.

neat is not an adverb while clean is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
neat No Yes No No
clean Yes Yes Yes Yes
As adjectives, neat and clean are synonyms defined as:
  • neat and clean: free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed
neat (noun) clean (noun)
a weightlift in which the barbell is lifted to shoulder height and then jerked overhead
neat (adjective) clean (adjective)
free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed free from dirt or impurities; or having clean habits
excellent (of behavior or especially language) free from objectionable elements; fit for all observers
superficially impressive, but lacking depth and attention to the true complexities of a subject not spreading pollution or contamination; especially radioactive contamination
clean or organized ritually clean or pure
(of an alcoholic drink) without water free from clumsiness; precisely or deftly executed
showing care in execution free from sepsis or infection
thorough and without qualification
without difficulties or problems
(of a surface) not written or printed on
exhibiting or calling for sportsmanship or fair play
(of a manuscript) having few alterations or corrections
morally pure
(of a record) having no marks of discredit or offense
free from impurities
free of drugs
not carrying concealed weapons
free of restrictions or qualifications
(of sound or color) free from anything that dulls or dims
neat (verb) clean (verb)
clean one's body or parts thereof, as by washing
remove unwanted substances from
remove unwanted substances from, such as feathers or pits
remove shells or husks from
make clean by removing dirt, filth, or unwanted substances from
clean and tidy up the house
remove while making clean
remove all contents or possession from, or empty completely
deprive wholly of money in a gambling game, robbery, etc.
be cleanable
neat (adverb) clean (adverb)
in conformity with the rules or laws and without fraud or cheating
completely; used as intensifiers
Difference between neat and clean

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