ADVENT Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

advent

noun

ˈad-ˌvent

Definition of advent

as in arrival

the act of coming upon a scene with the advent of the mass-produced automobile, the need for a better system of roads and highways soon became apparent

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Recent Examples of advent More recently, fears coalesced around the advent of the e-book and the Kindle. — Francesca Mancino, New Yorker, 8 Sep. 2026 But thanks to the advent of consumer genetic testing, more than 20% of the general population has submitted DNA samples to private companies. — Harriet Ramos, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Sep. 2026 Since the advent of ChatGPT, this scenario has become all too familiar. — Dónal Gill, The Dial, 8 Sep. 2026 However, what listening actually means has changed significantly with the advent of AI. — Stu Sjouwerman, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2026 But the advent of NIL has turned the gap into an unconquerable chasm. — Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 6 Sep. 2026 Even before the advent of these AI systems, the shockingly poor state of national and municipal cyberdefenses made American critical infrastructure an inviting target. — Seth G. Jones, Foreign Affairs, 3 Sep. 2026 Genetic Backup Until the advent of widespread DNA sequencing, polyploidy remained largely shrouded in mystery. — Carrie Arnold contributing, Quanta Magazine, 2 Sep. 2026 His tenure included the COVID-19 pandemic, UCLA’s transition from the Pac-12 to the Big Ten and the advent of NIL and revenue sharing. — Ira Gorawara, New York Times, 1 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for advent

Noun

Their arrival is also welcome for many locals, battered by the economic impact of the Iran war their American visitors were fighting.

— Mithil Aggarwal, NBC news, 4 Sep. 2026
Supporters point to more than 1 million additional jobs, lower unemployment, tighter public finances and a decline in migrant arrivals as evidence that the unusual period of continuity has produced tangible results.

— Silvia Stellacci, Los Angeles Times, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of arrival

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The seven-time Grand Slam singles champion is currently playing in her 26th US Open—making more appearances than any other player in tennis history.

— Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Sep. 2026
Its activities include track experiences, celebrity appearances, original media content and access to rare cars such as the McLaren GT3X, one of only 15 built.

— Chris Teague, AJC.com, 4 Sep. 2026