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observe vs point out

point out vs observe

observe and point out both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
observe No No Yes No
point out No No Yes No
As verbs, point out is a hyponym of observe; that is, point out is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than observe:
  • observe: make mention of
  • point out: make or write a comment on
Other hyponyms of observe include comment, notice, remark.
observe (verb) point out (verb)
stick to correctly or closely make or write a comment on
make mention of present and urge reasons in opposition
watch attentively point out carefully and clearly
observe with care or pay close attention to
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
follow with the eyes or the mind
show respect towards
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
conform one's action or practice to
Difference between observe and point out

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