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noun

Synonym Chooser

How is the word address different from other nouns like it?

Some common synonyms of address are poise, savoir faire, and tact. While all these words mean "skill and grace in dealing with others," address stresses dexterity and grace in dealing with new and trying situations and may imply success in attaining one's ends.

brought it off with remarkable address

When would poise be a good substitute for address?

While in some cases nearly identical to address, poise may imply both tact and address but stresses self-possession and ease in meeting difficult situations.

answered the accusations with unruffled poise

When is savoir faire a more appropriate choice than address?

Although the words savoir faire and address have much in common, savoir faire is likely to stress worldly experience and a sure awareness of what is proper or expedient.

the savoir faire of a seasoned traveler

When might tact be a better fit than address?

The synonyms tact and address are sometimes interchangeable, but tact implies delicate and considerate perception of what is appropriate.

questions showing a lack of tact

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of address
Verb
Carroll County Sheriff’s Office spokeswoman Ashley Hulsey addressed the case during a press conference live-streamed on Facebook. Michael Nied, People.com, 9 July 2025 As a result, layoffs can continue while legal challenges are addressed in the lower courts. Brittney Melton, NPR, 9 July 2025
Noun
President Donald Trump delivers an address to the nation accompanied by U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio from the White House on June 21, 2025. Josh Hammer, MSNBC Newsweek, 27 June 2025 For the ultra-wealthy, Aerie could soon become the ultimate address for peace of mind, exclusivity and a new kind of luxury living. Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for address
Recent Examples of Synonyms for address
Verb
  • There are, however, a variety of B2B businesses out there tailored to handle services like these.
    Brit Morse, Fortune, 5 July 2025
  • While marketed as ideal starter pets for children, they were described by multiple users as difficult to handle and heartbreakingly short-lived.
    Melissa Fleur Afshar, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Verb
  • Officials say that deterrent is why cases of ineligible people casting ballots are incredibly rare — a fact that's become increasingly apparent as more and more states devote resources to uncovering the few people that slip through the cracks every election.
    Miles Parks, NPR, 28 June 2025
  • For instance, using scheduling tools or features to automate social media posts and email campaigns enables marketers to devote additional time to more important activities.
    Roman Vrublivskyi, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • Anyone with information about the incident should contact Detroit Police Department Sixth Precinct Detective Unit or reach out to Detroit Rewards TV, police said.
    Natalie Davies, Freep.com, 5 July 2025
  • Police contacted the South Milwaukee water department which brought a jet truck — essentially a truck with a water pump.
    Erik S. Hanley, jsonline.com, 5 July 2025
Noun
  • Over the years, JWoww has spoken up about Greyson’s autism diagnosis, sharing advice and celebrating his wins, like reading and speech improvement.
    Beth Sobol, People.com, 7 July 2025
  • Antisemitism has taken on a new mechanism: the deliberate failure to defend the rights of Jews by groups that properly speak out against attempts to suppress the rights — speech, academic freedom and assembly — of African-Americans, gays, transgender people and other minorities.
    Alan M. Dershowitz, New York Daily News, 6 July 2025
Noun
  • The intense exchange between Kemp, 48, and Rock, 25, took place early Tuesday (July 1) morning, with Rock allegedly calling the social media personality to seemingly address Kemp’s remarks regarding her behavior and parenting of her son with rapper Blueface, who is currently incarcerated.
    Jessica Bennett, VIBE.com, 1 July 2025
  • At Bock Realty Group, trust is built in the small, consistent behaviors that often go unnoticed: celebrating wins, checking in without being asked, and showing up with steady care.
    Alain Hunkins, Forbes.com, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • Cortisol can also manage how your body fat and muscles use glucose.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
  • Australia’s oldest operating planetarium is the Melbourne Planetarium, managed by Museums Victoria since 1965.
    Martin Bush, Space.com, 5 July 2025
Verb
  • Step 1: Prep the lips Dry lips will prevent the blurring effect, so gently massage lips with a scrub and then apply a moisturizing balm.
    Laura Solla, Vogue, 1 July 2025
  • His diverse family was the main motivation for applying to medical school.
    Chase Jordan, Charlotte Observer, 1 July 2025
Verb
  • Here are recommendations for maintaining safety during a thunderstorm: To lower the risk of lightning strikes, when going outdoors, develop a plan to reach a safer spot.
    NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 28 June 2025
  • On Thursday, during an appearance on Fox Business' Mornings with Maria, Secretary of Energy Chris Wright warned that the grid was reaching its limit.
    Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 June 2025

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“Address.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/address. Accessed 12 Jul. 2025.

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