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ride vs build upon

build upon vs ride

ride is a noun but build upon is not a noun.

ride and build upon both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
ride Yes No Yes No
build upon No No Yes No
As verbs, build upon is a hyponym of ride; that is, build upon is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than ride:
  • ride: be contingent on
  • build upon: use as a basis for theories and claims
Other hyponyms of ride include build on, repose on, rest on.
ride (noun) build upon (noun)
a journey in a vehicle (usually an automobile)
a mechanical device that you ride for amusement or excitement
ride (verb) build upon (verb)
harass with persistent criticism or carping use as a basis for theories and claims
keep partially engaged by slightly depressing a pedal with the foot
copulate with
be carried or travel on or in a vehicle
sit and travel on the back of animal, usually while controlling its motions
move like a floating object
climb up on the body
sit on and control a vehicle
ride over, along, or through
continue undisturbed and without interference
lie moored or anchored
have certain properties when driven
be sustained or supported or borne
be contingent on
Difference between ride and build upon

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