ENTITY Synonyms: 18 Similar and Opposite Words

entity

noun

ˈen-tə-tē

Definition of entity

as in object

one that has a real and independent existence the question of whether extrasensory perception will ever be a scientifically recognized entity

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nonentity

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Recent Examples of entity There are plenty of Easter egg references to the previous films, including the reappearance of numerous demonic entities and the Red Door that serves as an entranceway to the Further’s various portals. — Frank Scheck, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026 The deal between the two entities was confirmed this morning. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 19 Aug. 2026 The administration has piled up sanctions against Cuban military companies, government entities and officials and even foreign companies. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 19 Aug. 2026 However, only six vessels transited the Strait on Tuesday and two ships were attacked by unknown entities in recent days. — Jim Edwards, Fortune, 19 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for entity

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Noun

Unitree's product lineup spans bipedal humanoid robots that can walk and manipulate objects with dexterous hands, as well as four-legged robots used for tasks such as hazard detection.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026
If the object is drifting through the field of view from left to right, place it on the far left to keep it in view for as long as possible.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of object

Noun

Shortly after, Panettiere struggles with postpartum depression, and her substance abuse issues resurface.

— Julianna Bragg, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026
Panettiere similarly tackled the issue of mental health with frank discussions about her own struggles with substance abuse and postpartum depression.

— Edward Segarra, USA Today, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of substance

Noun

It’s all aimed at preventing the unique and devastating reality in the United States of shootings in schools.

— Cindy Von Quednow, CNN Money, 24 Aug. 2026
The rocker has continued to perform and advocate for diabetes awareness throughout a career that has included fronting Poison, starring on reality television and launching a successful solo career.

— Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of reality

Noun

The wave of litigation against Meta and other social media companies from individuals, school districts and states has been called Big Tech’s Big Tobacco moment.

— Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026
According to police, the individual who was found shot at Anthon Drive was a teenage boy.

— Mike Darnay, CBS News, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of individual

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