squeal vs acknowledge

acknowledge vs squeal

squeal is a noun but acknowledge is not a noun.

squeal and acknowledge both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
squeal	Yes	No	Yes	No
acknowledge	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, acknowledge is a hypernym of squeal; that is, acknowledge is a word with a broader meaning than squeal:

squeal: confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure
acknowledge: declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of

Other hypernyms of squeal include admit.

squeal (noun)	acknowledge (noun)
a high-pitched howl

squeal (verb)	acknowledge (verb)
confess to a punishable or reprehensible deed, usually under pressure	accept as legally binding and valid
utter a high-pitched cry, characteristic of pigs	accept (someone) to be what is claimed or accept his power and authority
	declare to be true or admit the existence or reality or truth of
	express obligation, thanks, or gratitude for
	report the receipt of
	express recognition of the presence or existence of, or acquaintance with

Difference between squeal and acknowledge

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