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repair vs mend

mend vs repair

repair and mend both are nouns.

repair and mend both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
repair Yes No Yes No
mend Yes No Yes No
As nouns, repair and mend are synonyms defined as:
  • repair and mend: the act of putting something in working order again
Other synonyms of repair include fix, fixing, fixture, mending, reparation.
As verbs, repair and mend are synonyms defined as:
  • repair and mend: restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
Other synonyms of repair include bushel, doctor, fix, furbish up, restore, touch on.
repair (noun) mend (noun)
the act of putting something in working order again the act of putting something in working order again
a frequently visited place sewing that repairs a worn or torn hole (especially in a garment)
a formal way of referring to the condition of something
repair (verb) mend (verb)
give new life or energy to restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken
restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken heal or recover
set straight or right
move, travel, or proceed toward some place
make amends for; pay compensation for
Difference between repair and mend

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