solid vs matter

matter vs solid

solid and matter both are nouns.

solid is an adjective but matter is not an adjective.

solid is not a verb while matter is a verb.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
solid	Yes	Yes	No	No
matter	Yes	No	Yes	No

As nouns, matter is a hypernym of solid; that is, matter is a word with a broader meaning than solid:

solid: matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure
matter: that which has mass and occupies space

solid (noun)	matter (noun)
a three-dimensional object, structurally rigid, usually resistant to changes of shape or volume	that which has mass and occupies space
the state in which a substance has no tendency to flow under moderate stress; resists forces (such as compression) that tend to deform it; and retains a definite size and shape	(used with negation) having consequence
matter that is solid at room temperature and pressure	some situation or event that is thought about
	a vaguely specified concern
	a problem
	written works (especially in books or magazines)

solid (adjective)	matter (adjective)
of definite shape and volume; firm; neither liquid nor gaseous
entirely of one substance with no holes inside
having length, breadth and thickness
characterized by good substantial quality
not soft or yielding to pressure
of one substance or character throughout
impenetrable for the eye
meriting respect or esteem
of a substantial character and not frivolous or superficial
financially dependable
of good quality and condition; solidly built
uninterrupted in space; having no gaps or breaks
acting together as a single undiversified whole
providing abundant nourishment
of the same color throughout

solid (verb)	matter (verb)
	have weight; have import, carry weight

Difference between solid and matter

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