stretch vs debase

debase vs stretch

stretch is a noun but debase is not a noun.

stretch is an adjective but debase is not an adjective.

stretch and debase both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
stretch	Yes	Yes	Yes	No
debase	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, stretch and debase are synonyms defined as:

stretch and debase: corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones

Other synonyms of stretch include adulterate, dilute, load.

stretch (noun)	debase (noun)
exercise designed to extend the limbs and muscles to their full extent
the act of physically reaching or thrusting out
extension to or beyond the ordinary limit
a straightaway section of a racetrack
the capacity for being stretched
a large and unbroken expanse or distance
an unbroken period of time during which you do something

stretch (adjective)	debase (adjective)
easily stretched
having an elongated seating area

stretch (verb)	debase (verb)
extend one's limbs or muscles, or the entire body	lower in value by increasing the base-metal content
extend one's body or limbs	corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
become longer by being stretched and pulled	corrupt morally or by intemperance or sensuality
make long or longer by pulling and stretching
extend the scope or meaning of; often unduly
increase in quantity or bulk by adding a cheaper substance
corrupt, debase, or make impure by adding a foreign or inferior substance; often by replacing valuable ingredients with inferior ones
pull in opposite directions
extend or stretch out to a greater or the full length
lie down comfortably
occupy a large, elongated area

Difference between stretch and debase

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