WordCmp.com

use vs second nature

second nature vs use

use and second nature both are nouns.

use is a verb but second nature is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
use Yes No Yes No
second nature Yes No No No
As nouns, second nature is a hyponym of use; that is, second nature is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than use:
  • use: (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
  • second nature: acquired behavior that is practiced so long it seems innate
Other hyponyms of use include ritual, cleanliness.
use (noun) second nature (noun)
the act of using acquired behavior that is practiced so long it seems innate
(psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition
exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage
what something is used for
a particular service
(law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property
(economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing
use (verb) second nature (verb)
put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose
take or consume (regularly or habitually)
use up (resources or materials)
habitually do something or be in a certain state or place (use only in the past tense)
avail oneself to
seek or achieve an end by using to one's advantage
Difference between use and second nature

© WordCmp.com 2024, CC-BY 4.0 / CC-BY-SA 3.0.