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wrench vs writhe

writhe vs wrench

wrench is a noun but writhe is not a noun.

wrench and writhe both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
wrench Yes No Yes No
writhe No No Yes No
As verbs, writhe is a hypernym of wrench; that is, writhe is a word with a broader meaning than wrench:
  • wrench: make a sudden twisting motion
  • writhe: to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
Other hypernyms of wrench include squirm, twist, worm, wrestle, wriggle.
wrench (noun) writhe (noun)
a hand tool that is used to hold or twist a nut or bolt
a jerky pulling movement
a sharp strain on muscles or ligaments
wrench (verb) writhe (verb)
twist suddenly so as to sprain to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
twist or pull violently or suddenly, especially so as to remove (something) from that to which it is attached or from where it originates
twist and compress, as if in pain or anguish
make a sudden twisting motion
Difference between wrench and writhe

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