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prize vs pry

pry vs prize

prize and pry both are nouns.

prize is an adjective but pry is not an adjective.

prize and pry both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
prize Yes Yes Yes No
pry Yes No Yes No
As verbs, prize and pry are synonyms defined as:
  • prize and pry: to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
Other synonyms of prize include jimmy, lever, prise.
prize (noun) pry (noun)
something given as a token of victory a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge
something given for victory or superiority in a contest or competition or for winning a lottery
goods or money obtained illegally
prize (adjective) pry (adjective)
of superior grade
prize (verb) pry (verb)
regard highly; think much of be nosey
to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open
hold dear make an uninvited or presumptuous inquiry
search or inquire in a meddlesome way
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