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BEAR UPON Synonyms

There are 5 synonyms of the phrase bear upon. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase bear upon. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for BEAR UPON

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affect
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the conscious subjective aspect of feeling or emotion

verb

• have an effect upon

• act physically on; have an effect upon

• connect closely and often incriminatingly

• make believe with the intent to deceive

• have an emotional or cognitive impact upon

impact
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the striking of one body against another

• a forceful consequence; a strong effect

• influencing strongly

• the violent interaction of individuals or groups entering into combat

verb

• press or wedge together; pack together

• have an effect upon

touch
verb, nounv, n
noun

• the event of something coming in contact with the body

• the faculty by which external objects or forces are perceived through contact with the body (especially the hands)

• a suggestion of some quality

• a distinguishing style

• the act of putting two things together with no space between them

• a slight but appreciable amount

• a communicative interaction

• a slight attack of illness

• the act of soliciting money (as a gift or loan)

• the sensation produced by pressure receptors in the skin

• deftness in handling matters

• the feel of mechanical action

verb

• make physical contact with, come in contact with

• perceive via the tactile sense

• affect emotionally

• be relevant to

• be in direct physical contact with; make contact

• have an effect upon

• deal with; usually used with a form of negation

• cause to be in brief contact with

• to extend as far as

• be equal to in quality or ability

• tamper with

• make a more or less disguised reference to

• comprehend

• consume

• color lightly

bear on
verbv
verb

• be relevant to

• have an effect upon

• press, drive, or impel (someone) to action or completion of an action

• keep or maintain in unaltered condition; cause to remain or last

touch on
verbv
verb

• refer to or discuss briefly

• be relevant to

• restore by replacing a part or putting together what is torn or broken

• have an effect upon

Best Hypernyms For BEAR UPON

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bear upon, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
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Alternatives for AFFECT

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