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umbra vs shadow

shadow vs umbra

umbra and shadow both are nouns.

umbra is not a verb while shadow is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
umbra Yes No No No
shadow Yes No Yes No
As nouns, shadow is a hypernym of umbra; that is, shadow is a word with a broader meaning than umbra:
  • umbra: a region of complete shadow resulting from total obstruction of light
  • shadow: shade within clear boundaries
umbra (noun) shadow (noun)
a region of complete shadow resulting from total obstruction of light refuge from danger or observation
something existing in perception only
an indication that something has been present
a premonition of something adverse
an unilluminated area
a spy employed to follow someone and report their movements
an inseparable companion
a dominating and pervasive presence
shade within clear boundaries
umbra (verb) shadow (verb)
follow, usually without the person's knowledge
make appear small by comparison
cast a shadow over
Difference between umbra and shadow

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