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put on vs apply

apply vs put on

put on is an adjective but apply is not an adjective.

put on and apply both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
put on No Yes Yes No
apply No No Yes No
As verbs, put on and apply are synonyms defined as:
  • put on and apply: coat, cover or smear a surface with
put on (adjective) apply (adjective)
adopted in order to deceive
put on (verb) apply (verb)
put clothing on one's body ask (for something)
increase (one's body weight) refer (a word or name) to a person or thing
add to something existing put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
add to the odometer coat, cover or smear a surface with
fool or hoax give or convey physically
coat, cover or smear a surface with avail oneself to
prepare and supply with the necessary equipment for execution or performance ensure observance of laws and rules
carry out (performances) apply oneself to
put on the stove or ready for cooking be pertinent or relevant or applicable
be applicable to; as to an analysis
Difference between put on and apply

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