1
as in certificate
a written or printed paper giving information about or proof of something
a valid will is a legal instrument
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in tool
an article intended for use in work
always choose the right instrument for any woodworking job
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in instrumentality
something used to achieve an end
he sees scouting as an instrument for building character in young people
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in pawn
one that is or can be used to further the purposes of another
the claim that the scientists are mere instruments of the tobacco companies, who pay them to produce findings that are highly suspect
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 instrument
The logistics of his odysseys would challenge Aladdin’s genie—so much so that when Noack approached Steinway & Sons about supplying an instrument, the venerable piano builder turned him down.
—
Air Mail, 3 May 2025
But unlike traditional string instruments, they aren’t meant to be played by people.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 May 2025
The mission's total cost adds up to more than $1.4 billion, including development of the spacecraft and its instruments, the launch, operations, and an experimental laser communications package hitching a ride to deep space with Psyche.
—ArsTechnica, 1 May 2025
Plopping down on its four landing legs, the spacecraft delivered ten science instruments and technology demonstration gear through the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 26 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for instrument
Air Mail, 3 May 2025
But unlike traditional string instruments, they aren’t meant to be played by people.
—Sonja Anderson, Smithsonian Magazine, 1 May 2025
The mission's total cost adds up to more than $1.4 billion, including development of the spacecraft and its instruments, the launch, operations, and an experimental laser communications package hitching a ride to deep space with Psyche.
—ArsTechnica, 1 May 2025
Plopping down on its four landing legs, the spacecraft delivered ten science instruments and technology demonstration gear through the Commercial Lunar Payload Services (CLPS) initiative.
—Leonard David, Space.com, 26 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for instrument
Recent Examples of Synonyms for instrument
Noun
-
Any stand holding more than 500 spectators would also be subject to the 1971 Fire Precautions Act, while a club’s safety certificate should be renewed annually after an inspection.—
Richard Sutcliffe,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
-
Portuguese charter carrier Hi Fly will operate the first flights as Global does not anticipate securing its own operating certificate from UK authorities until 2026 at the earliest.—
Edward Russell,
CNN Money,
9 May 2025
Noun
-
This easy-to-maneuver tool (gently) blasts water between your teeth to clear away plaque and lingering food, levaing your mouth feel extra fresh and your hygenist impressed.—
Annie Blackman,
Allure,
8 May 2025
-
Much of the class was about learning how to write out our prompts for the AI tools.—
Ernestine Siu,
CNBC,
8 May 2025
Noun
-
Amtrak is also not considered a department, agency or instrumentality of the United States Government and its overseeing regulatory body, the OIG, remains open during shutdowns as well.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
20 Dec. 2024
-
Amtrak is also not considered a department, agency or instrumentality of the United States Government and its overseeing regulatory body, the OIG, remains open during shutdowns as well.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA TODAY,
20 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Haley Pavone: The first thing that comes to mind is that small business owners like myself are really feeling like pawns in this trade war and we're feeling largely ignored.—
Rhett Buttle,
Forbes.com,
8 May 2025
-
In March, the pawn shop owner dropped the print off at the auction house, prosecutors said.—
Natalie Demaree,
Sacbee.com,
23 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
True Black 500 certification, along with a 0.03-millisecond response time.—
Michael Kan,
PC Magazine,
12 May 2025
-
Compared with other California counties, Monterey had the highest number of visa certifications by several thousand.—
Melissa Gomez,
Los Angeles Times,
10 May 2025
Noun
-
The highest tier, which is $20.99 a month, includes the ability to stream on four devices and offers 4K Ultra HD video quality and 100 downloads.—
Anthony Robledo,
USA Today,
4 May 2025
-
The devices included an InMode radiofrequency tool to tighten and subtly melt fat on the abdomen.—
Parizaad Khan Sethi,
Allure,
2 May 2025
Noun
-
That's far from the only change the Japanese company is making to its only fully-electric vehicle for the U.S. market.—
Charles Singh,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
-
The vehicle, driven by a 29-year-old woman, continued on but was stopped a short time later and the woman was taken into police custody.—
Deanese Williams-Harris,
Chicago Tribune,
14 May 2025
Noun
-
This solution integrates contact centers with operational systems, enabling both self-service and live agent support across channels like voice, chat, and SMS.—
Gene Marks,
Forbes.com,
11 May 2025
-
The team also included A.R.G.U.S. agent John Economos (Steve Agee) of the Belle Reve Penitentiary, National Security Agency agent and former Waller aide Emilia Harcourt (Jennifer Holland), and new team member Leota Adebayo (Danielle Brooks).—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
11 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Instrument.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/instrument. Accessed 17 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share