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waggishness vs sport

sport vs waggishness

waggishness and sport both are nouns.

waggishness is not a verb while sport is a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
waggishness Yes No No No
sport Yes No Yes No
As nouns, sport is a hypernym of waggishness; that is, sport is a word with a broader meaning than waggishness:
  • waggishness: waggish behavior
  • sport: verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)
Other hypernyms of waggishness include fun, play.
waggishness (noun) sport (noun)
waggish behavior an active diversion requiring physical exertion and competition
the occupation of athletes who compete for pay
verbal wit or mockery (often at another's expense but not to be taken seriously)
someone who engages in sports
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
a person known for the way she (or he) behaves when teased or defeated or subjected to trying circumstances
(Maine colloquial) a temporary summer resident of Maine
waggishness (verb) sport (verb)
play boisterously
wear or display in an ostentatious or proud manner
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