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set up vs modify

modify vs set up

set up and modify both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
set up No No Yes No
modify No No Yes No
As verbs, modify is a hypernym of set up; that is, modify is a word with a broader meaning than set up:
  • set up: make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc
  • modify: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of set up include alter, change.
set up (verb) modify (verb)
get ready for a particular purpose or event make less severe or harsh or extreme
make ready or suitable or equip in advance for a particular purpose or for some use, event, etc add a modifier to a constituent
equip with sails or masts cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
arrange thoughts, ideas, temporal events
put into a proper or systematic order
erect and fasten
set up for use
place
create by putting components or members together
construct, build, or erect
begin, or enable someone else to begin, a venture by providing the means, logistics, etc.
produce
take or catch as if in a snare or trap
arrange the outcome of by means of deceit
set up or found
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