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spill vs tell

tell vs spill

spill is a noun but tell is not a noun.

spill and tell both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
spill Yes No Yes No
tell No No Yes No
As verbs, tell is a hypernym of spill; that is, tell is a word with a broader meaning than spill:
  • spill: reveal information
  • tell: let something be known
spill (noun) tell (noun)
the act of allowing a fluid to escape
a sudden drop from an upright position
a channel that carries excess water over or around a dam or other obstruction
liquid that is spilled
spill (verb) tell (verb)
reduce the pressure of wind on (a sail) discern or comprehend
reveal information mark as different
cause or allow (a solid substance) to flow or run out or over let something be known
pour out in drops or small quantities or as if in drops or small quantities narrate or give a detailed account of
cause or allow (a liquid substance) to run or flow from a container give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority
flow, run or fall out and become lost give evidence
express in words
inform positively and with certainty and confidence
Difference between spill and tell

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