In computing terms the difference between pivot and hub

is that pivot is an element of a set to be sorted that is chosen as a midpoint, so as to divide the other elements into two groups to be dealt with recursively while hub is a computer networking device connecting several ethernet ports. See switch.

As nouns the difference between pivot and hub

is that pivot is a thing on which something turns; specifically a metal pointed pin or short shaft in machinery, such as the end of an axle or spindle while hub is the central part, usually cylindrical, of a wheel; the nave.

As a verb pivot

is to turn on an exact spot.

As nouns the difference between item and data

is that item is while data is (time) date.

As nouns the difference between sectarian and denomination

is that sectarian is a member of a sect while denomination is the act of naming or designating.

As an adjective sectarian

is of, or relating to a sect.

As a verb behooves

is (behoove).

As an adjective incumbent is

imposed on someone as an obligation, especially due to one's office.

As a noun incumbent is

the current holder of an office, such as ecclesiastical benefice or an elected office.

As verbs the difference between precipitate and dispatch

is that precipitate is to make something happen suddenly and quickly; hasten while dispatch is to send a shipment with promptness.

As nouns the difference between precipitate and dispatch

is that precipitate is a product resulting from a process, event, or course of action while dispatch is a message sent quickly, as a shipment, a prompt settlement of a business, or an important official message sent by a diplomat, or military officer.

As an adjective precipitate

is headlong; falling steeply or vertically.

As a noun solicitude

is the state of being solicitous; uneasiness of mind occasioned by fear of evil or desire for good; anxiety.

As an adjective altruistic is

regardful of others; beneficent; unselfish.

As a noun acknowledgement

is the act of acknowledging; admission; avowal; owning; confession.

As a verb attest is

to affirm to be correct, true, or genuine.

As adjectives the difference between pregnant and reborn

is that pregnant is (not comparable) carrying developing offspring within the body while reborn is revived or regenerated, especially emotionally or spiritually.

As a noun pregnant

is a pregnant woman.

As nouns the difference between mafia and gangster

is that mafia is a crime syndicate while gangster is a member of a criminal or street gang.

As a proper noun Mafia

is an international criminal organization of Sicilian origin operating in Italy and the United States.

As adjectives the difference between significant and efficient

is that significant is signifying something; carrying meaning while efficient is efficient.

As a noun significant

is that which has significance; a sign; a token; a symbol.