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rest vs stand

stand vs rest

rest and stand both are nouns.

rest and stand both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rest Yes No Yes No
stand Yes No Yes No
As verbs, stand is a hyponym of rest; that is, stand is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than rest:
  • rest: stay the same; remain in a certain state
  • stand: remain inactive or immobile
Other hyponyms of rest include keep out, sit tight, stay together, stick together, keep, stay fresh, be.
As verbs, stand is a hyponym of rest; that is, stand is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than rest:
  • rest: not move; be in a resting position
  • stand: be standing; be upright
Other hyponyms of rest include kneel, stand up.
rest (noun) stand (noun)
freedom from activity (work or strain or responsibility) a defensive effort
a support on which things can be put a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
a musical notation indicating a silence of a specified duration a support or foundation
something left after other parts have been taken away tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
a state of inaction a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air
euphemisms for death (based on an analogy between lying in a bed and in a tomb) a support for displaying ot holding various articles
a pause for relaxation a small table for holding articles of various kinds
a booth where articles are displayed for sale
a mental position from which things are viewed
an interruption of normal activity
a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
the position where a thing or person stands
rest (verb) stand (verb)
be at rest put up with something or somebody unpleasant
stay the same; remain in a certain state have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
take a short break from one's activities in order to relax withstand the force of something
give a rest to be standing; be upright
not move; be in a resting position put into an upright position
sit, as on a branch be available for stud services
rest on or as if on a pillow hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
put something in a resting position, as for support or steadying be tall; have a height of; copula
be inactive, refrain from acting be in effect; be or remain in force
have a place in relation to something else occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
be inherent or innate in be in some specified state or condition
remain inactive or immobile
Difference between rest and stand

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