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raise vs build

build vs raise

raise and build both are nouns.

raise and build both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
raise Yes No Yes No
build Yes No Yes No
As verbs, build is a hypernym of raise; that is, build is a word with a broader meaning than raise:
  • raise: construct, build, or erect
  • build: make by combining materials and parts
Other hypernyms of raise include construct, make.
raise (noun) build (noun)
the act of raising something constitution of the human body
increasing the size of a bet (as in poker) alternative names for the body of a human being
the amount a salary is increased
an upward slope or grade (as in a road)
raise (verb) build (verb)
cause to become alive again form or accumulate steadily
increase the level of improve the cleansing action of
raise the level or amount of something bolster or strengthen
raise in rank or condition develop and grow
invigorate or heighten found or ground
put an end to make by combining materials and parts
bring (a surface or a design) into relief and cause to project give form to, according to a plan
multiply (a number) by itself a specified number of times: 8 is 2 raised to the power 3 build or establish something abstract
cause to be heard or known; express or utter be engaged in building
put forward for consideration or discussion order, supervise, or finance the construction of
activate or stir up
establish radio communications with
pronounce (vowels) by bringing the tongue closer to the roof of the mouth
cause to assemble or enlist in military
bet more than the previous player
bid (one's partner's suit) at a higher level
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic
construct, build, or erect
cultivate by growing, often involving improvements by means of agricultural techniques
create a disturbance, especially by making a great noise
call forth (emotions, feelings, and responses)
raise from a lower to a higher position
cause to puff up with a leaven
move upwards
collect funds for a specific purpose
look after a child until it is an adult
give a promotion to or assign to a higher position
register formally as a participant or member
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