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supple vs change

change vs supple

supple is not a noun while change is a noun.

supple is an adjective but change is not an adjective.

supple and change both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supple No Yes Yes No
change Yes No Yes No
As verbs, change is a hypernym of supple; that is, change is a word with a broader meaning than supple:
  • supple: make pliant and flexible
  • change: cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
Other hypernyms of supple include alter, modify.
supple (noun) change (noun)
the action of changing something
a different or fresh set of clothes
a thing that is different
a difference that is usually pleasant
an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another
the result of alteration or modification
coins of small denomination regarded collectively
the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due
money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency
a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event
supple (adjective) change (adjective)
(used of e.g. personality traits) readily adaptable
gracefully thin and bending and moving with ease
(used of persons' bodies) capable of moving or bending freely
supple (verb) change (verb)
make pliant and flexible undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature
cause to change; make different; cause a transformation
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
change clothes; put on different clothes
exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category
lay aside, abandon, or leave for another
remove or replace the coverings of
become deeper in tone
change from one vehicle or transportation line to another
give to, and receive from, one another
Difference between supple and change

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