sort out vs compare

sort out is not a noun while compare is a noun.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
sort out	No	No	Yes	No
compare	Yes	No	Yes	No

sort out (noun)	compare (noun)
	qualities that are comparable

sort out (verb)	compare (verb)
arrange or order by classes or categories	examine and note the similarities or differences of
make free from confusion or ambiguity; make clear	consider or describe as similar, equal, or analogous
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience	to form the comparative or superlative form on an adjective or adverb
	be comparable