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salve vs balm

balm vs salve

salve and balm both are nouns.

salve is a verb but balm is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
salve Yes No Yes No
balm Yes No No No
As nouns, salve and balm are synonyms defined as:
  • salve and balm: semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
Other synonyms of salve include ointment, unction, unguent.
salve (noun) balm (noun)
anything that remedies or heals or soothes semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation
semisolid preparation (usually containing a medicine) applied externally as a remedy or for soothing an irritation any of various aromatic resinous substances used for healing and soothing
salve (verb) balm (verb)
apply a salve to, usually for the purpose of healing
save from ruin, destruction, or harm
Difference between salve and balm

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