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reflex vs yawn

yawn vs reflex

reflex and yawn both are nouns.

reflex is an adjective but yawn is not an adjective.

reflex is not a verb while yawn is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
reflex Yes Yes No No
yawn Yes No Yes No
As nouns, yawn is a hyponym of reflex; that is, yawn is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than reflex:
  • reflex: an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus
  • yawn: an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom
reflex (noun) yawn (noun)
an automatic instinctive unlearned reaction to a stimulus an involuntary intake of breath through a wide open mouth; usually triggered by fatigue or boredom
reflex (adjective) yawn (adjective)
without volition or conscious control
reflex (verb) yawn (verb)
utter a yawn, as from lack of oxygen or when one is tired
be wide open
Difference between reflex and yawn

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