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stand vs pedestal

pedestal vs stand

stand and pedestal both are nouns.

stand is a verb but pedestal is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stand Yes No Yes No
pedestal Yes No No No
As nouns, stand and pedestal are synonyms defined as:
  • stand and pedestal: a support or foundation
Other synonyms of stand include base.
stand (noun) pedestal (noun)
a defensive effort a support or foundation
a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance an architectural support or base (as for a column or statue)
a support or foundation a position of great esteem (and supposed superiority)
tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air
a support for displaying ot holding various articles
a small table for holding articles of various kinds
a booth where articles are displayed for sale
a mental position from which things are viewed
an interruption of normal activity
a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
the position where a thing or person stands
stand (verb) pedestal (verb)
put up with something or somebody unpleasant
have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
withstand the force of something
be standing; be upright
put into an upright position
be available for stud services
hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
be tall; have a height of; copula
be in effect; be or remain in force
occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
be in some specified state or condition
remain inactive or immobile
Difference between stand and pedestal

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