set vs root

set and root both are nouns.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
set	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
root	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, root is a hyponym of set; that is, root is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than set:

set: (mathematics) an abstract collection of numbers or symbols
root: the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation

As verbs, root is a hyponym of set; that is, root is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than set:

Other hyponyms of set include puddle, checkrow, bed, dibble, afforest, forest, replant, tree.

set (noun)	root (noun)
several exercises intended to be done in series	the embedded part of a bodily structure such as a tooth, nail, or hair
the act of putting something in position	(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
representation consisting of the scenery and other properties used to identify the location of a dramatic production	a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes
any electronic equipment that receives or transmits radio or tv signals	the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
(psychology) being temporarily ready to respond in a particular way	the place where something begins, where it springs into being
a relatively permanent inclination to react in a particular way	someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
the descent of a heavenly body below the horizon	(botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
a group of things of the same kind that belong together and are so used	a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number
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)	root (adjective)
set down according to a plan
being below the horizon
converted to solid form (as concrete)
fixed and unmoving
(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)	root (verb)
arrange attractively	take root and begin to grow
produce fruit	cause to take roots
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard	become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style
put into a certain state; cause to be in a certain state	dig with the snout
set to a certain position or cause to operate correctly	plant by the roots
equip with sails or masts	cheer for
become gelatinous	come into existence, originate
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
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