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terror vs scamp

scamp vs terror

terror and scamp both are nouns.

terror is not a verb while scamp is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
terror Yes No No No
scamp Yes No Yes No
As nouns, scamp is a hypernym of terror; that is, scamp is a word with a broader meaning than terror:
  • terror: a very troublesome child
  • scamp: one who is playfully mischievous
Other hypernyms of terror include imp, monkey, rapscallion, rascal, scalawag, scallywag.
terror (noun) scamp (noun)
the use of extreme fear in order to coerce people (especially for political reasons) one who is playfully mischievous
an overwhelming feeling of fear and anxiety
a very troublesome child
a person who inspires fear or dread
terror (verb) scamp (verb)
perform hastily and carelessly
Difference between terror and scamp

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