punctuate vs express

express vs punctuate

punctuate is not a noun while express is a noun.

punctuate is not an adjective while express is an adjective.

punctuate and express both are verbs.

punctuate is not an adverb while express is an adverb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
punctuate	No	No	Yes	No
express	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes

As verbs, express is a hypernym of punctuate; that is, express is a word with a broader meaning than punctuate:

punctuate: to stress, single out as important
express: give expression to

Other hypernyms of punctuate include evince, show.

punctuate (noun)	express (noun)
	rapid transport of goods
	public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops
	mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system

punctuate (adjective)	express (adjective)
	not tacit or implied
	without unnecessary stops

punctuate (verb)	express (verb)
insert punctuation marks into	articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
interrupt periodically	give expression to
to stress, single out as important	serve as a means for expressing something
	indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
	send by rapid transport or special messenger service
	obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
	manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)

punctuate (adverb)	express (adverb)
	by express

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