COME ON Synonyms: 116 Similar and Opposite Words

come on 1 of 3

verb

Definition of come on

as in to arrive

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come-on

2 of 3

noun

ˈkəm-ˌȯn

as in lure

something that persuades one to perform an action for pleasure or gain the spectacular sale was enough of a come-on to get many shoppers to try the store for the first time

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come on

3 of 3

interjection

as in no

how surprising, doubtful, or unbelievable come on, you can't be serious in making such an offer!

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Recent Examples of come on

Verb

But things should even out when the pads come on and the reserve offensive linemen get more comfortable working alongside each other. — Joseph Person, New York Times, 23 June 2026 The survey's results come on the eve of Kevin Warsh's first meeting as Federal Reserve chair. — Sean Conlon,lisa Kailai Han, CNBC, 15 June 2026

Noun

The come-ons are enticing, creating the impression of infallibility to everything including Kryptonite. — Eli Amdur, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2025 Gobel’s frenetic Papo poses and spins tales to cover up his fear and lack of confidence, and Anthony, with a thick Brooklyn accent and cringey come-ons, sees in Diane the music of love that’s been missing from his life. — Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 17 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for come on

Recent Examples of Synonyms for come on

Verb

On June 23, an attendant at a gas station in the center of Moscow told CNN that tankers were still arriving and delivering fuel according to schedule.

— Clare Sebastian, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
The 2025 season was a rough one in Tim Albin’s first season at the helm after arriving from Ohio.

— Tom Layberger, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of arrive

Noun

Though the story itself is comically predictable, Chloe Bailey’s earnest portrayal and the lure of the iconic Lynn Whitfield make the movie fun to watch even as the narrative completely unravels at the seams.

— Aramide Tinubu, Variety, 26 June 2026
Early also has a larger target in view, the fickleness of internet celebrity, a lure that often comes with self-harm.

— Joshua Rothkopf, Los Angeles Times, 26 June 2026

Definition of lure

Interjection

But no, this is an actual phrase in the world of medicine, apparently used by obstetricians to inflict emotional harm on pregnant folks over the age of 35.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026
And no, that was NOT OutKick or FOX who wrote that stupid headline.

— Zach Dean OutKick, FOXNews.com, 3 July 2026

Definition of no

Verb

There are nods to the environmental devastation wrought by the cattle industry that dominated Southern California in the first half of the 19th century, as well as the Faustian bargain struck by Indigenous people who converted to Catholicism.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 4 July 2026
That match was held before the game in Kansas City, and each time Cape Verde scored, there were cheers from the Colombia supporters at Arrowhead Stadium.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 4 July 2026

Definition of be

Verb

As Gen Z, the cohort born between 1997 and 2012, emerges as a major spender on group travel and experiences, more young people are fronting costs for friends.

— Rachel Hale, USA Today, 7 July 2026
The diverging fortunes of the poorest and wealthiest Americans has emerged as a key theme in the US economy, and experts say AI is playing a significant role.

— Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 7 July 2026

Definition of emerge

Noun

Nearly a year after the expiration of a $7,500 federal tax incentive for new electric vehicles, California is stepping in to try to motivate buyers to go electric.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 3 July 2026
The attack shocked Monaco, a coastal playground for the rich and famous known for its tax-friendly incentives, royal family and Formula 1 Grand Prix.

— ABC News, ABC News, 3 July 2026

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