EXPRESS Synonyms: 230 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How is the word 'express' distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of express are air , broach , utter , vent , and voice . While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces. // expressed her feelings in music

Q: When is 'air' a more appropriate choice than 'express'?

In some situations, the words air and express are roughly equivalent. However, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention. // publicly airing their differences

Q: When would 'broach' be a good substitute for 'express'?

The meanings of broach and express largely overlap; however, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion. // broached the subject of a divorce

Q: In what contexts can 'utter' take the place of 'express'?

While in some cases nearly identical to express , utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech. // utter a groan

Q: When can 'vent' be used instead of 'express'?

The words vent and express can be used in similar contexts, but vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words. // a tirade venting his frustration

Q: Where would 'voice' be a reasonable alternative to 'express'?

The synonyms voice and express are sometimes interchangeable, but voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words. // an editorial voicing their concerns

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verb

ik-ˈspres

Definition of express

as in to voice

to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion) in a true democracy, a person can freely express his or her views

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as in to squeeze

to apply external pressure on so as to force out the juice or contents of except as a fun event at festivals, nowadays people do not make wine by expressing grapes with their feet

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as in to signify

to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind an upraised thumb is now universally recognized as a gesture expressing approval or encouragement

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as in to say

to convey in appropriate or telling terms could you express your opinion of the book in words a little more precise than "lousy"?

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as in to embody

to represent in visible form towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age

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adjective

as in specific

of a particular or exact sort a trip to the supermarket with the express purpose of buying milk

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as in explicit

so clearly expressed as to leave no doubt about the meaning students are not allowed to leave the grounds during school hours unless they have express permission from the principal's office

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noun

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as in messenger

one that carries a message or does an errand the solicitors employ an express to deliver their summonses

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How is the word express distinct from other similar verbs?

Some common synonyms of express are air, broach, utter, vent, and voice. While all these words mean "to make known what one thinks or feels," express suggests an impulse to reveal in words, gestures, actions, or what one creates or produces.

expressed her feelings in music

When is air a more appropriate choice than express?

In some situations, the words air and express are roughly equivalent. However, air implies an exposing or parading of one's views often in order to gain relief or sympathy or attention.

publicly airing their differences

When would broach be a good substitute for express?

The meanings of broach and express largely overlap; however, broach adds the implication of disclosing for the first time something long thought over or reserved for a suitable occasion.

broached the subject of a divorce

In what contexts can utter take the place of express?

While in some cases nearly identical to express, utter implies the use of the voice not necessarily in articulate speech.

utter a groan

When can vent be used instead of express?

The words vent and express can be used in similar contexts, but vent stresses a strong inner compulsion to express especially in words.

a tirade venting his frustration

Where would voice be a reasonable alternative to express?

The synonyms voice and express are sometimes interchangeable, but voice does not necessarily imply vocal utterance but does imply expression or formulation in words.

an editorial voicing their concerns

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Recent Examples of express

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Warsh, while previously expressing a belief that interest rates could be lowered in the future, has made controlling inflation a centerpiece of his message since taking office in May. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 14 July 2026 But some observers have expressed skepticism that AI is to blame, pointing to other factors such as over-hiring and efforts to cut costs. — Queenie Wong, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

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The society was formed in 1956 with the express objective to save the old Murphy homestead (called Bay View), which was demolished in 1961 to make way for Central Expressway, even though it had been declared an historical landmark just a year prior. — Katharina Woodman, Mercury News, 5 July 2026 For reference in pricing, a standard large popcorn at AMC can cost around $11, according to the AMC website when placing an express pickup order. — Greta Cross, USA Today, 1 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for express

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Zann eventually got a call from casting director Meredith Layne and a screenplay with lines that were instantly familiar from her time voicing Rogue, the spunky heroine whose touch can be deadly, in the ‘90s.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 10 July 2026
Some experts have voiced concerns the administration did not allocate enough time to complete all security renovations, given the administration plans to donate the plane to Trump’s library foundation in 2029.

— Conor Murray, Forbes.com, 10 July 2026

Definition of voice

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Nguyen said that led to an epiphany — and the creation of an Atlanta-area business that has caught the attention of social media scrollers, celebrity clientele and global automakers.

— Zachary Hansen, AJC.com, 10 July 2026
Giselle Garcia, program director for NorCal Resist, said the arrest data largely tracks with the organization’s own informal counts though emphasized much enforcement goes unaccounted for if families aren’t willing to speak up.

— Mathew Miranda July 9, Sacbee.com, 10 July 2026

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Led by husband-and-wife team Austin and Olivia Kelleher, each headcover is made in the Hudson Valley and embodies sustainability, artistry, and the enduring spirit of the game.

— RS Editors, Rolling Stone, 2 July 2026
Their solution targets embodied carbon, the emissions baked into the hardware before it is ever switched on, encompassing all the energy and process gases consumed in manufacturing it.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 2 July 2026

Definition of embody

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Meta’s decision to disable the Muse Image ability to tap into Instagram accounts without explicit permission defuses a layer of tension within the AI space just as another one emerged.

— Corbin Bolies, Variety, 10 July 2026
Boards need to ask whether the organization has an explicit, board-visible mapping from model uncertainty to physical action authority.

— Anjana Susarla, Forbes.com, 9 July 2026

Definition of explicit

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Between Facebook, Instagram, Whatsapp, Facebook messenger and Meta's audience network, Meta ads can reach a wide audience—especially with advanced targeting and retargeting features.

— Al Sefati, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
Bags were also strong, with new messenger and briefcase shapes in grain leather, while footwear saw new lace-up wallabies and the sleek leather flip-flop.

— Rhonda Richford, Footwear News, 29 June 2026

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