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tune up vs correct

correct vs tune up

tune up is not an adjective while correct is an adjective.

tune up and correct both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
tune up No No Yes No
correct No Yes Yes No
As verbs, correct is a hypernym of tune up; that is, correct is a word with a broader meaning than tune up:
  • tune up: adjust the pitches of (musical instruments)
  • correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Other hypernyms of tune up include adjust, set.
As verbs, correct is a hypernym of tune up; that is, correct is a word with a broader meaning than tune up:
  • tune up: adjust for (better) functioning
  • correct: alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
Other hypernyms of tune up include adjust, set.
tune up (adjective) correct (adjective)
free from error; especially conforming to fact or truth
correct in opinion or judgment
socially right or correct
in accord with accepted standards of usage or procedure
tune up (verb) correct (verb)
adjust the pitches of (musical instruments) treat a defect
adjust for (better) functioning make right or correct
alter or regulate so as to achieve accuracy or conform to a standard
censure severely
fall in value
punish in order to gain control or enforce obedience
make reparations or amends for
adjust for
Difference between tune up and correct

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