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separate vs change

change vs separate

separate and change both are nouns.

separate is an adjective but change is not an adjective.

separate and change both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
separate Yes Yes Yes No
change Yes No Yes No
As verbs, change is a hypernym of separate; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than separate:
  • separate: move or break apart
  • change: undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
separate (noun) change (noun)
a garment that can be purchased separately and worn in combinations with other garments the action of changing something
a separately printed article that originally appeared in a larger publication a different or fresh set of clothes
a thing that is different
a difference that is usually pleasant
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
separate (adjective) change (adjective)
independent; not united or joint
standing apart; not attached to or supported by anything
separated according to race, sex, class, or religion
have the connection undone; having become separate
separate (verb) change (verb)
become separated into pieces or fragments undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
divide into two or more branches so as to form a fork cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
arrange or order by classes or categories become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
mark as different change clothes; put on different clothes
move or break apart exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
force, take, or pull apart lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
divide into components or constituents remove or replace the coverings of
go one's own way; move apart become deeper in tone
make a division or separation change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
treat differently on the basis of sex or race give to, and receive from, one another
separate into parts or portions
discontinue an association or relation; go different ways
act as a barrier between; stand between
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