1
as in to attach
to cause (something) to hold to another
use this paper clip to fasten your picture to the application form
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to secure
to put securely in place or in a desired position
don't forget to fasten all the lines on your tent
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to focus
to fix (as one's attention) steadily toward a central objective
if you could fasten your attention on one task for more than a minute, you just might get something done
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of fasten
Elegant blue gloves came up almost past her elbows, and instead of a watch, a golden band with a red rose was fastened loosely on her left wrist.
—
Christopher Urban, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
The New York Times reported in April 2024 that the Federal Aviation Administration was investigating claims made by a whistleblower – a Boeing engineer – who claimed that sections of the 787 Dreamliner were improperly fastened together and could break apart after thousands of trips.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 12 June 2025
How to fix cable connection issues Check all cables and cords to make sure they are fastened properly.
—Kara McGinley, USA Today, 11 June 2025
An hour before kick-off for Portugal’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 group stage match against Spain and eyes begin to gravitate towards Wankdorf Stadium’s west stand and a large piece of cardboard fastened to the bottom of the upper stand.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 4 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fasten
Christopher Urban, Harpers Magazine, 16 July 2025
The New York Times reported in April 2024 that the Federal Aviation Administration was investigating claims made by a whistleblower – a Boeing engineer – who claimed that sections of the 787 Dreamliner were improperly fastened together and could break apart after thousands of trips.
—Diaa Hadid, NPR, 12 June 2025
How to fix cable connection issues Check all cables and cords to make sure they are fastened properly.
—Kara McGinley, USA Today, 11 June 2025
An hour before kick-off for Portugal’s UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 group stage match against Spain and eyes begin to gravitate towards Wankdorf Stadium’s west stand and a large piece of cardboard fastened to the bottom of the upper stand.
—Megan Feringa, New York Times, 4 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fasten
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fasten
Verb
-
Lee Hall is still attached to complete the screenplay.—
Larisha Paul,
Rolling Stone,
7 Aug. 2025
-
Sharon, as well as her and Ozzy’s children, Jack and Aimee Osbourne, were attached to produce alongside Polygram’s Michele Anthony and David Blackman and Sony’s Andrea Giannetti.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
7 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Yet, this does not require us to maintain the illusion that a few more nuclear weapons—or even tanks and drones—will secure peace through military victory.—
Charles Oppenheimer,
Time,
17 Aug. 2025
-
This meant that the vinyl album secured to the spindle was played face down.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
But while much implantation research focuses on the biochemical aspects of this complex and mysterious natural phenomenon, the IBEC team chose instead to examine the biomechanics.—
Leslie Katz,
Forbes.com,
17 Aug. 2025
-
Unlike recent meetings, attention was focused solely on the agenda and presentations at hand.—
Noah Lyons,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Photo : Mecum The 1962 Ferrari 250 GTO from the side with number 10 affixed.—
Erik Shilling,
Robb Report,
6 Aug. 2025
-
The signature is a warrant for affixing the great seal to the commission; and the great seal is only to be affixed to an instrument which is complete.—
Liz Tracey,
JSTOR Daily,
29 July 2025
Verb
-
The recumbent chair and whining drill, the blinding lights and masked faces overhead, the needle, the spit basin, and the X-ray film clamped between your teeth—every detail seems designed to inflame our fears.—
Burkhard Bilger,
New Yorker,
28 July 2025
-
Others are designed to mount to the side of your hamster’s cage, clamping the bars.—
BestReviews,
Mercury News,
23 July 2025
Verb
-
To concentrate the flavor and remove some of the alcohol, pour your white wine into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer.—
Elizabeth Fogarty,
Better Homes & Gardens,
8 Aug. 2025
-
Unless the members of the Supreme Court are held accountable, their decisions may continue to concentrate power in the executive branch, potentially leading to an imbalance in the system of governance.—
Steven Delco,
Hartford Courant,
8 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
Those declines were tied to a drop in sales of Weyco's Nunn Bush, Stacy Adams, Florsheim and BOGS brands to retailers.—
Sofia Joseph,
jsonline.com,
9 Aug. 2025
-
State lawmaker's per-diem reimbursements are tied to federal rates.—
Brittany Carloni,
IndyStar,
9 Aug. 2025
Verb
-
If more cash from Congress is required, lawmakers may look to hitch it to a must-pass spending bill.—
semafor.com,
semafor.com,
8 July 2025
-
Though they got hitched in 2022, Colleen and Matt didn't move in together for two more years.—
Randall Colburn,
EW.com,
13 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fasten.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fasten. Accessed 20 Aug. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share