ready vs modify

modify vs ready

ready is a noun but modify is not a noun.

ready is an adjective but modify is not an adjective.

ready and modify both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
ready	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
modify	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, modify is a hypernym of ready; that is, modify is a word with a broader meaning than ready:

ready: make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
modify: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

Other hypernyms of ready include alter, change.

ready (noun)	modify (noun)
poised for action

ready (adjective)	modify (adjective)
completely prepared or in condition for immediate action or use or progress
apprehending and responding with speed and sensitivity
made suitable and available for immediate use
mentally disposed
(of especially money) immediately available

ready (verb)	modify (verb)
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc	make less severe or harsh or extreme
prepare for eating by applying heat	add a modifier to a constituent
	cause to change; make different; cause a transformation

Difference between ready and modify

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