peruse vs riff
riff vs peruseperuse is not a noun while riff is a noun.
peruse and riff both are verbs.
| Word | Noun | Adjective | Verb | Adverb |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| peruse | No | No | Yes | No |
| riff | Yes | No | Yes | No |
As verbs,
riff is a hyponym of
peruse; that is, riff is a
word with a more specific, narrower meaning than
peruse:
- peruse: examine or consider with attention and in detail
- riff: look through a book or other written material
| peruse (noun) | riff (noun) |
|---|---|
| a jazz ostinato; usually provides a background for a solo improvisation |
| peruse (verb) | riff (verb) |
|---|---|
| examine or consider with attention and in detail | play riffs |
| look through a book or other written material |
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