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retch vs spew

spew vs retch

retch is a noun but spew is not a noun.

retch and spew both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
retch Yes No Yes No
spew No No Yes No
As verbs, retch and spew are synonyms defined as:
  • retch and spew: eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
Other synonyms of retch include barf, be sick, cast, cat, chuck, disgorge, honk, puke, purge, regorge, regurgitate, sick, spue, throw up, upchuck, vomit, vomit up.
retch (noun) spew (noun)
an involuntary spasm of ineffectual vomiting
retch (verb) spew (verb)
eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth
make an unsuccessful effort to vomit; strain to vomit expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth
eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical
Difference between retch and spew

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