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set vs correct

correct vs set

set is a noun but correct is not a noun.

set and correct both are adjectives.

set and correct both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
set Yes Yes Yes No
correct No Yes Yes No
As verbs, set and correct are synonyms defined as:
  • set and correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Other synonyms of set include adjust.
As verbs, correct is a hypernym of set; that is, correct is a word with a broader meaning than set:
  • set: set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly
  • correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Other hypernyms of set include adjust, set.
set (noun) correct (noun)
several exercises intended to be done in series
the act of putting something in position
representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production
any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals
(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way
the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used
an unofficial association of people or groups
(mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
the process of becoming hard or solid by cooling or drying or crystallization
a unit of play in tennis or squash
set (adjective) correct (adjective)
set down according to a plan free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
being below the horizon correct in opinion or judgment
converted to solid form (as concrete) socially right or correct
fixed and unmoving in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
(usually followed by `to' or `for') on the point of or strongly disposed
situated in a particular spot or position
determined or decided upon as by an authority
set (verb) correct (verb)
arrange attractively treat a defect
produce fruit make right or correct
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state censure severely
set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly fall in value
equip with sails or masts punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
become gelatinous make reparations or amends for
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc adjust for
get ready for a particular purpose or event
fix conclusively or authoritatively
estimate
decide upon or fix definitely
establish as the highest level or best performance
urge to attack someone
put into a certain place or abstract location
fix in a border
give a fine, sharp edge to a knife or razor
insert (a nail or screw below the surface, as into a countersink)
put or set (seeds, seedlings, or plants) into the ground
put into a position that will restore a normal state
adapt for performance in a different way
locate
set in type
apply or start
disappear beyond the horizon
Difference between set and correct

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