powder vs solid

solid vs powder

powder and solid both are nouns.

powder is not an adjective while solid is an adjective.

powder is a verb but solid is not a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
powder	Yes	No	Yes	No
solid	Yes	Yes	No	No

As nouns, solid is a hypernym of powder; that is, solid is a word with a broader meaning than powder:

powder: a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized
solid: matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure

powder (noun)	solid (noun)
any of various cosmetic or medical preparations dispensed in the form of a pulverized powder	a three-dimensional object, structurally rigid, usually resistant to changes of shape or volume
a solid substance in the form of tiny loose particles; a solid that has been pulverized	the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; and retains a definite size and shape
a mixture of potassium nitrate, charcoal, and sulfur in a 75:15:10 ratio which is used in gunnery, time fuses, and fireworks	matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure

powder (adjective)	solid (adjective)
	of definite shape and volume; firm; neither liquid nor gaseous
	entirely of one substance with no holes inside
	having length, breadth and thickness
	characterized by good substantial quality
	not soft or yielding to pressure
	of one substance or character throughout
	impenetrable for the eye
	meriting respect or esteem
	of a substantial character and not frivolous or superficial
	financially dependable
	of good quality and condition; solidly built
	uninterrupted in space; having no gaps or breaks
	acting together as a single undiversified whole
	providing abundant nourishment
	of the same color throughout

powder (verb)	solid (verb)
apply powder to
make into a powder by breaking up or cause to become dust

Difference between powder and solid

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