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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
The move to delist them paused as the federal government addressed the federal court’s concerns, including researching the grizzly bear’s diet. Christine Peterson, Vox, 27 June 2025 But perhaps the most telling moment came when panelists addressed the persistent question of work-life balance – a query, as Andrew Liang noted, rarely posed to male filmmakers. Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 June 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
  • 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
  • Once pepper is cool enough to handle, remove skin, dice, and add to the mango mixture.
    Bethany Thayer, Freep.com, 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
  • Customers are encouraged to contact their local store to confirm business hours on the Fourth of July.
    Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 5 July 2025
  • Those with questions can contact the brands via hello@snowfruit.com or hello@snowfox.com.
    James Bickerton, MSNBC Newsweek, 5 July 2025
Noun
  • Then, record yourself giving a speech on the fly, using only your outline for guidance.
    Ashton Jackson, CNBC, 25 June 2025
  • In his keynote speech, Guisa presented statistics that illustrated the advantages of genre pics, specifically horror, in the worldwide market.
    Anna Marie de la Fuente, Variety, 25 June 2025
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Verb
  • Cortisol can also manage how your body fat and muscles use glucose.
    Bruce Y. Lee, Forbes.com, 5 July 2025
  • The rest of the crimes followed the same pattern: Sometime between 1:30 a.m. and 3:30 a.m., the suspects managed to break open a security gate and the front door to a store before emptying the register.
    Thomas Tracy, New York Daily News, 5 July 2025
Verb
  • Pauline’s ability to inhale the essence of materials like gold and apply it to her voice makes her words more lethal than anything DK can do solo.
    Christopher Cruz, Rolling Stone, 1 July 2025
  • Instead, apply a clean dressing over the eye and go to the hospital immediately.
    Omer Awan, Forbes.com, 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
  • Several states are reaching record high temperatures.
    Charles Singh, USA Today, 28 June 2025

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“Address.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/address. Accessed 8 Jul. 2025.

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