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Scorn vs Underrate - What's the difference?

scorn | underrate | Related terms |

Scorn is a related term of underrate.


In lang=en terms the difference between scorn and underrate

is that scorn is to refuse to do something, as beneath oneself while underrate is to underestimate; to make too low a rate or estimate.

As verbs the difference between scorn and underrate

is that scorn is to feel or display contempt or disdain for something or somebody; to despise while underrate is to underestimate; to make too low a rate or estimate.

As nouns the difference between scorn and underrate

is that scorn is (uncountable) contempt or disdain while underrate is a price less than the value.

Present vs Concession - What's the difference?

present | concession | Related terms |


As nouns the difference between present and concession

is that present is the current moment or period of time while concession is the act of conceding, especially that of defeat.

As verbs the difference between present and concession

is that present is to bring (someone) into the presence of (a person); to introduce formally while concession is to grant or approve by means of a concession agreement.

As an adjective present

is relating to now, for the time being; current.

Misanthrope vs Pessimist - What's the difference?

misanthrope | pessimist | Related terms |

Pessimist is a synonym of misanthrope.



As nouns the difference between misanthrope and pessimist

is that misanthrope is one who hates all mankind; one who hates the human race while pessimist is someone who habitually expects the worst outcome; one who looks on the dark side of things.

Indiscreet vs Silly - What's the difference?

indiscreet | silly | Related terms |

Indiscreet is a related term of silly.


As adjectives the difference between indiscreet and silly

is that indiscreet is not discreet; wanting in discretion while silly is (label) pitiable; deserving of compassion; helpless.

As a noun silly is

(colloquial) a silly person; a fool.

Cut vs Abatement - What's the difference?

cut | abatement | Synonyms |


As nouns the difference between cut and abatement

is that cut is an opening resulting from cutting while abatement is the act of abating, or the state of being abated; a lessening, diminution, or reduction; a moderation; removal or putting an end to; the suppression of.

As an adjective cut

is having been cut.

As a verb cut

is To incise, to cut into the surface of something.

Order vs Remark - What's the difference?

order | remark | Related terms |

Order is a related term of remark.


As nouns the difference between order and remark

is that order is , command while remark is act of pointing out or attentively noticing; notice or observation or remark can be a mark that replaces another mark.

As a verb remark is

to make a remark or remarks; to comment or remark can be to mark again (a piece of work).

Hesitating vs Equivocal - What's the difference?

hesitating | equivocal | Related terms |

Hesitating is a related term of equivocal.


As nouns the difference between hesitating and equivocal

is that hesitating is hesitation while equivocal is a word or expression capable of different meanings; an ambiguous term; an equivoque.

As a verb hesitating

is .

As an adjective equivocal is

having two or more equally applicable meanings; capable of double or multiple interpretation; ambiguous; uncertain.

Dash vs Saunter - What's the difference?

dash | saunter | Related terms |

Dash is a related term of saunter.


As nouns the difference between dash and saunter

is that dash is (typography) any of the following symbols: (''horizontal bar
) while saunter is a leisurely walk or stroll.

As verbs the difference between dash and saunter

is that dash is to run quickly or for a short distance while saunter is to stroll, or walk at a leisurely pace.

As an interjection dash

is (euphemistic) damn!.

Debate vs Expostulate - What's the difference?

debate | expostulate | Related terms |

Debate is a related term of expostulate.


As verbs the difference between debate and expostulate

is that debate is (ambitransitive) to participate in a debate; to dispute, argue, especially in a public arena while expostulate is to protest or remonstrate; to reason earnestly with a person on some impropriety of conduct.

As a noun debate

is (obsolete) strife, discord.

Rend vs Demolish - What's the difference?

rend | demolish | Related terms |

Rend is a related term of demolish.


As verbs the difference between rend and demolish

is that rend is to separate into parts with force or sudden violence; to tear asunder; to split; to burst while demolish is to destroy; to destruct.

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