COPPERS Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

coppers

noun

plural of copper

as in policemen

a member of a force charged with law enforcement at the local level a crime novel set in the days when policemen were coppers and safecrackers were "yeggs"

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Recent Examples of coppers Warm coppers and soft strawberry hues are having a major moment this summer—but with a more natural, lived-in finish that’s easy to wear, according to Raziuddin. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 29 July 2026 Warm, contrasting tones–think coppers, bronze, terracotta, and rich chocolate brown–tend to have the most transformative effect. — Chloe Burcham, Vogue, 24 July 2026 Not all the coppers will turn out to be good — there are the corrupt and ambitious among them — but two are, Lena (Daryna Egorkina) and Oleksa (Valentyn Tomusiak), once trust has been established. — Television Critic, Los Angeles Times, 19 Mar. 2026 Golds, coppers, and rich emerald tones pop beautifully against melanin-rich skin. — Essence, 13 Jan. 2026 Inspired by the colors of the season—browns and coppers reminiscent of dry leaves falling on the ground and the sunsets of this time of year—this makeup style brings a stunning warmth to the face. — María Munsuri, Glamour, 21 Sep. 2025

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Noun

Onlookers and policemen rushed to the balloon’s basket to find the three men lying crumpled on the ground.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 21 Oct. 2026
When plans were made for a visit to Japan by President Eisenhower in 1960—it was eventually called off—there weren’t enough policemen to guard his route into Tokyo, so the yakuza were mobilized to help.

— Ian Buruma, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of policemen

Noun

She was found with fractures to her pelvis and femur, according to cops.

— Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 22 Oct. 2026
Also well drawn is the relationship between Caitlyn and her longtime fiancé John (Max Minghella), one of Gotham’s few uncorrupt cops who happens to be investigating the string of murders that follow in Matt’s wake.

— Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of cops

Noun

Rescue operations were complicated, with police firing tear gas at people who had begun looting neighboring shops, as officers sought to clear the area and provide access to emergency response teams.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 24 Oct. 2026
The other person, who police believe to be a man, fled the scene before officers arrived, Gonzalez said.

— Kendrick Calfee, Kansas City Star, 23 Oct. 2026

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