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repute vs black eye

black eye vs repute

repute and black eye both are nouns.

repute is a verb but black eye is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
repute Yes No Yes No
black eye Yes No No No
As nouns, black eye is a hyponym of repute; that is, black eye is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than repute:
  • repute: the state of being held in high esteem and honor
  • black eye: a bad reputation
Other hyponyms of repute include stock, character, name, fame.
repute (noun) black eye (noun)
the state of being held in high esteem and honor an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating
a swollen bruise caused by a blow to the eye
a bad reputation
repute (verb) black eye (verb)
look on as or consider
Difference between repute and black eye

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