PLACARD Synonyms: 85 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈpla-kərd

Definition of placard

as in poster

a sheet bearing an announcement for posting in a public place a placard announcing a campaign rally at the downtown plaza

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verb

ˈpla-ˌkärd

as in to post

to affix (as a notice) to or on a suitable place placarded the poster about the upcoming play to the bulletin board

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as in to announce

to make known openly or publicly placarded the news about the planned construction project all over the neighborhood

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Recent Examples of placard

Noun

The placards displayed the women’s aspirations of becoming actors, models, pilots and lawyers — many of whom went on to achieve these dreams. — Richard Johnson, New York Daily News, 5 July 2026 Nena’s Mexican Restaurant was reinspected on Friday, June 26 and passed with a green placard. — Veronica Fernandez-Alvarado july 3, Sacbee.com, 3 July 2026 Standing reading a placard near the cabin was Philip Wolfgang, 54, a natural gas plant worker from Ohio visiting with his family. — Chris Kenning, USA Today, 2 July 2026 Some carried placards and others banged plates, their noise cutting through the crowd protesting and demanding the resignation of Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. — ABC News, 20 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for placard

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Noun

However, an art exhibit intended to showcase collective power—a single poster with 208 founder headshots—sparked significant backlash.

— Lisa Curtis, Forbes.com, 1 July 2026
On Monday, Miami-Dade County answered that question with a FIFA 2026 scarf, a toy FIU Panthers mascot, a traditional Miccosukee palmetto fiber doll and a poster of the year’s skyline.

— Alexandra Phelps, Miami Herald, 30 June 2026

Definition of poster

Verb

Following Politico's report, Platner reiterated his denial in a video posted on social media the afternoon of July 6.

— Terry Collins, USA Today, 7 July 2026
Shortly afterward, somebody attempts to out him by hacking his Instagram profile and posting pictures of his real face in place of his cryptic avatar.

— Damon Wise, Deadline, 6 July 2026

Definition of post

Verb

Iran also announced the complete closure of airspace over Tehran on Monday.

— Nadeen Ebrahim, CNN Money, 4 July 2026
Famous friends of the bride and groom have been spotted across New York City headed to the couple's big day, reportedly in Madison Square Garden July 3, almost a year after the pop star and Super Bowl champion announced their romantic engagement.

— Bryan West, USA Today, 4 July 2026

Definition of announce

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While Roku City has long had ads on billboards in Roku City, and has occasionally added custom buildings or vehicles, the stadium adds an interactive element that is new to the screensaver.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 30 June 2026
As attendees were escorted out of the Great American State Fair on Sunday because of inclement weather, guests noticed an unfortunate typo displayed on a digital billboard at the National Mall.

— Mike Stunson, USA Today, 30 June 2026

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In its latest half-year earnings, published May 21, EasyJet reported a pre-tax loss of £552 million for the six months ending March 31, despite a 12% jump in half-year revenues to £4 billion, warning of price rises and slower bookings.

— Hugh Leask, CNBC, 6 July 2026
Vogue Business assessed the 64 shows and presentations published on Vogue Runway and contacted each brand to verify the findings (brands were given 48 hours to respond).

— Amy Francombe, Vogue, 6 July 2026

Definition of publish

Verb

In 2012, when Mark Walter and his partners bought the Dodgers, team president Stan Kasten declared mediocrity would no longer be acceptable.

— Bill Shaikin, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
However, the polarizing trend has officially been declared *the* pants of summer 2026 thanks to celebrities like Kendall Jenner, Jennifer Lopez, Hailey Bieber, and Gwyneth Paltrow.

— Tessa Petak, InStyle, 6 July 2026

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