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relish vs devour

devour vs relish

relish is a noun but devour is not a noun.

relish and devour both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
relish Yes No Yes No
devour No No Yes No
As verbs, devour is a hyponym of relish; that is, devour is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than relish:
  • relish: derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in
  • devour: enjoy avidly
Other hyponyms of relish include feast one's eyes.
relish (noun) devour (noun)
the taste experience when a savoury condiment is taken into the mouth
vigorous and enthusiastic enjoyment
spicy or savory condiment
relish (verb) devour (verb)
derive or receive pleasure from; get enjoyment from; take pleasure in eat greedily
eat up completely, as with great appetite
to consume
enjoy avidly
Difference between relish and devour

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