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refrain vs mortify

mortify vs refrain

refrain is a noun but mortify is not a noun.

refrain and mortify both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
refrain Yes No Yes No
mortify No No Yes No
refrain (noun) mortify (noun)
the part of a song where a soloist is joined by a group of singers
refrain (verb) mortify (verb)
choose not to consume undergo necrosis
resist doing something cause to feel shame; hurt the pride of
hold within limits and control
practice self-denial of one's body and appetites
Difference between refrain and mortify

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