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throne vs govern

govern vs throne

throne is a noun but govern is not a noun.

throne and govern both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
throne Yes No Yes No
govern No No Yes No
As verbs, govern is a hypernym of throne; that is, govern is a word with a broader meaning than throne:
  • throne: sit on the throne as a ruler
  • govern: exercise authority over; as of nations
Other hypernyms of throne include rule.
throne (noun) govern (noun)
the position and power of an exalted person (a sovereign or bishop) who is entitled to sit in a chair of state on ceremonial occasions
the chair of state for a monarch, bishop, etc.
a plumbing fixture for defecation and urination
throne (verb) govern (verb)
put a monarch on the throne exercise authority over; as of nations
sit on the throne as a ruler direct or strongly influence the behavior of
bring into conformity with rules or principles or usage; impose regulations
require to be in a certain grammatical case, voice, or mood
Difference between throne and govern

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