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rivet vs engage

engage vs rivet

rivet is a noun but engage is not a noun.

rivet and engage both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rivet Yes No Yes No
engage No No Yes No
As verbs, engage is a hypernym of rivet; that is, engage is a word with a broader meaning than rivet:
  • rivet: hold (someone's attention)
  • engage: consume all of one's attention or time
Other hypernyms of rivet include absorb, engross, occupy.
rivet (noun) engage (noun)
heavy pin having a head at one end and the other end being hammered flat after being passed through holes in the pieces that are fastened together
ornament consisting of a circular rounded protuberance (as on a vault or shield or belt)
rivet (verb) engage (verb)
direct one's attention on something get caught
hold (someone's attention) consume all of one's attention or time
fasten with a rivet or rivets give to in marriage
keep engaged
engage for service under a term of contract
hire for work or assistance
ask to represent; of legal counsel
engage or hire for work
carry out or participate in an activity; be involved in
carry on (wars, battles, or campaigns)
Difference between rivet and engage

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