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philia vs regard

regard vs philia

philia and regard both are nouns.

philia is not a verb while regard is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
philia Yes No No No
regard Yes No Yes No
As nouns, regard is a hyponym of philia; that is, regard is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than philia:
  • philia: a positive feeling of liking
  • regard: a feeling of friendship and esteem
Other hyponyms of philia include attachment, fond regard, protectiveness, respect, soft spot.
philia (noun) regard (noun)
a positive feeling of liking a long fixed look
(usually preceded by `in') a detail or point
paying particular notice (as to children or helpless people)
an attitude of admiration or esteem
(usually plural) a polite expression of desire for someone's welfare
a feeling of friendship and esteem
the condition of being honored (esteemed or respected or well regarded)
philia (verb) regard (verb)
deem to be
look at attentively
connect closely and often incriminatingly
Difference between philia and regard

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