pillar vs tower

tower vs pillar

pillar and tower both are nouns.

pillar is not a verb while tower is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
pillar	Yes	No	No	No
tower	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, pillar and tower are synonyms defined as:

pillar and tower: anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower

Other synonyms of pillar include column.

pillar (noun)	tower (noun)
(architecture) a tall vertical cylindrical structure standing upright and used to support a structure	a structure taller than its diameter; can stand alone or be attached to a larger building
a vertical cylindrical structure standing alone and not supporting anything (such as a monument)	anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower
a fundamental principle or practice	a powerful small boat designed to pull or push larger ships
a prominent supporter
anything that approximates the shape of a column or tower

pillar (verb)	tower (verb)
	appear very large or occupy a commanding position

Difference between pillar and tower

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