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theme vs root

root vs theme

theme and root both are nouns.

theme and root both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
theme Yes No Yes No
root Yes No Yes No
As nouns, theme and root are synonyms defined as:
  • theme and root: (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
Other synonyms of theme include base, radical, root word, stem.
theme (noun) root (noun)
a unifying idea that is a recurrent element in literary or artistic work the embedded part of a bodily structure such as a tooth, nail, or hair
the subject matter of a conversation or discussion (linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed
an essay (especially one written as an assignment) a simple form inferred as the common basis from which related words in several languages can be derived by linguistic processes
(music) melodic subject of a musical composition the set of values that give a true statement when substituted into an equation
(linguistics) the form of a word after all affixes are removed the place where something begins, where it springs into being
someone from whom you are descended (but usually more remote than a grandparent)
(botany) the usually underground organ that lacks buds or leaves or nodes; absorbs water and mineral salts; usually it anchors the plant to the ground
a number that, when multiplied by itself some number of times, equals a given number
theme (verb) root (verb)
provide with a particular theme or motive take root and begin to grow
cause to take roots
become settled or established and stable in one's residence or life style
dig with the snout
plant by the roots
cheer for
come into existence, originate
Difference between theme and root

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