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rewrite vs decode

decode vs rewrite

rewrite is a noun but decode is not a noun.

rewrite and decode both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rewrite Yes No Yes No
decode No No Yes No
As verbs, decode is a hyponym of rewrite; that is, decode is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than rewrite:
  • rewrite: write differently; alter the writing of
  • decode: convert code into ordinary language
Other hyponyms of rewrite include decipher, decrypt, transcribe, transliterate, transcribe, revise.
rewrite (noun) decode (noun)
something that has been written again
rewrite (verb) decode (verb)
write differently; alter the writing of convert code into ordinary language
rewrite so as to make fit to suit a new or different purpose
Difference between rewrite and decode

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