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supplement vs constitute

constitute vs supplement

supplement is a noun but constitute is not a noun.

supplement and constitute both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
supplement Yes No Yes No
constitute No No Yes No
As verbs, constitute is a hypernym of supplement; that is, constitute is a word with a broader meaning than supplement:
  • supplement: serve as a supplement to
  • constitute: form or compose
Other hypernyms of supplement include be, comprise, make up, represent.
supplement (noun) constitute (noun)
a supplementary component that improves capability
a quantity added (e.g. to make up for a deficiency)
textual matter that is added onto a publication; usually at the end
supplement (verb) constitute (verb)
add to the very end set up or lay the groundwork for
add as a supplement to what seems insufficient create and charge with a task or function
serve as a supplement to form or compose
to compose or represent
Difference between supplement and constitute

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