as in comparable
resembling or being like another in meaning
The words used to describe the book were synonymous with "excellent."
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Recent Examples of synonymous
Images of King wearing lei, garlands that are synonymous with Hawaiian culture, have been previously published -- but most of the photos displayed in Hawaii’s new exhibit have never been seen before.
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
The sixth month is synonymous with warmth and brightness, hence why many houses opted for bold, colorful designs.
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Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
The retailer is synonymous with effortless, romantic dressing, and the Cherry Scallop Top caught my eye right away.
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Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 June 2026
For 72 years, Adidas and the German national team have been synonymous.
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Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
29 June 2026
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ABC News,
30 June 2026
The sixth month is synonymous with warmth and brightness, hence why many houses opted for bold, colorful designs.
—
Rachel Cormack,
Robb Report,
30 June 2026
The retailer is synonymous with effortless, romantic dressing, and the Cherry Scallop Top caught my eye right away.
—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
29 June 2026
For 72 years, Adidas and the German national team have been synonymous.
—
Sara Germano,
Sportico.com,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for synonymous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for synonymous
Adjective
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Through facilitated forums and advisory ecosystems, the organization builds environments where owners can test ideas, evaluate risk, and gain perspective from peers navigating comparable pressures.
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Winner may not substitute, assign or transfer Prize or redeem Prize for cash, but Sponsor reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to substitute Prize (or portion thereof) with one of comparable or greater value.
Adjective
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Their hairdos are almost identical as well, even if Dany’s is more elaborate.
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But on Wednesday, the day after Mexico beat Ecuador 2-0 to secure its fourth consecutive World Cup victory, the fan and his wife, Angélica Arias, walked to the plaza wearing two identical caps.
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“Synonymous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synonymous. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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