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swear vs express

express vs swear

swear is not a noun while express is a noun.

swear is not an adjective while express is an adjective.

swear and express both are verbs.

swear is not an adverb while express is an adverb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
swear No No Yes No
express Yes Yes Yes Yes
As verbs, express is a hypernym of swear; that is, express is a word with a broader meaning than swear:
  • swear: utter obscenities or profanities
  • express: articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
Other hypernyms of swear include give tongue to, utter, verbalise, verbalize.
swear (noun) express (noun)
rapid transport of goods
public transport consisting of a fast train or bus that makes only a few scheduled stops
mail that is distributed by a rapid and efficient system
swear (adjective) express (adjective)
not tacit or implied
without unnecessary stops
swear (verb) express (verb)
have faith or confidence in articulate; either verbally or with a cry, shout, or noise
make a deposition; declare under oath give expression to
utter obscenities or profanities serve as a means for expressing something
promise solemnly; take an oath indicate through a symbol, formula, etc.
to declare or affirm solemnly and formally as true send by rapid transport or special messenger service
obtain from a substance, as by mechanical action
manifest the effects of (a gene or genetic trait)
swear (adverb) express (adverb)
by express
Difference between swear and express

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