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proctor vs observe

observe vs proctor

proctor is a noun but observe is not a noun.

proctor and observe both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
proctor Yes No Yes No
observe No No Yes No
As verbs, observe is a hypernym of proctor; that is, observe is a word with a broader meaning than proctor:
  • proctor: watch over (students taking an exam, to prevent cheating)
  • observe: follow with the eyes or the mind
Other hypernyms of proctor include follow, keep an eye on, watch, watch over.
proctor (noun) observe (noun)
someone who supervises (an examination)
proctor (verb) observe (verb)
watch over (students taking an exam, to prevent cheating) stick to correctly or closely
make mention of
watch attentively
observe with care or pay close attention to
discover or determine the existence, presence, or fact of by perception with the eyes
follow with the eyes or the mind
show respect towards
behave as expected during of holidays or rites
conform one's action or practice to
Difference between proctor and observe

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