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repine vs kick

kick vs repine

repine is not a noun while kick is a noun.

repine and kick both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
repine No No Yes No
kick Yes No Yes No
As verbs, kick is a hypernym of repine; that is, kick is a word with a broader meaning than repine:
  • repine: express discontent
  • kick: express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
Other hypernyms of repine include complain, kvetch, plain, quetch, sound off.
repine (noun) kick (noun)
the act of delivering a blow with the foot
a rhythmic thrusting movement of the legs as in swimming or calisthenics
the sudden stimulation provided by strong drink (or certain drugs)
informal terms for objecting
the backward jerk of a gun when it is fired
the swift release of a store of affective force
repine (verb) kick (verb)
express discontent express complaints, discontent, displeasure, or unhappiness
make a goal
stop consuming
strike with the foot
drive or propel with the foot
spring back, as from a forceful thrust
thrash about or strike out with the feet
kick a leg up
Difference between repine and kick

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