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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
Oppenheimer believes that instead of addressing education on the Holocaust, American society instead needs to focus on improving education on wider Jewish, and other religious, studies. Callum Sutherland, Time, 22 May 2025 So with that in mind, Stankiewicz stood in front of his team early in his tenure and tried to address the culture issue head on. Ryan Kartje, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025
Noun
Swank follows another Hollywood star, comedian Bill Hader, who delivered the 2024 commencement address. Jonathan Horwitz, Oc Register, 22 May 2025 The county also sent more than 25,000 postcards to eligible addresses. Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 22 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for address
Recent Examples of Synonyms for address
Verb
  • And then obviously handling the real creatures was fun.
    Ellise Shafer, Variety, 18 May 2025
  • Driving experience Air Ride Adaptive Suspension & Magnetic Ride Control: this adjusts the vehicle’s height and damping for handling various driving conditions.
    Brooke Crothers, Forbes.com, 18 May 2025
Verb
  • Some 41 years later in 2024 and have devoted herself to a successful political career, adult Marlene strives to make meaningful societal change.
    Alex Ritman, Variety, 12 May 2025
  • Arantxa devotes half her verse to saying her name, Dovima looks bored, Vulcano is an awkward, lumbering giant, and everyone looks like they’re dressed for a different universe.
    Barry Levitt, Vulture, 12 May 2025
Verb
  • Masterson contacted Hussman, who hired him to work in Little Rock as an investigative reporter for all of the WEHCO newspapers, which included the Arkansas Democrat as well as those in Texarkana, Camden, Hot Springs, El Dorado and Magnolia.
    Bill Bowden, Arkansas Online, 18 May 2025
  • Newsweek contacted the Orleans Parish Sheriff's office via email on Sunday outside of usual working hours.
    Emma Marsden, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 May 2025
Noun
  • The show tells the story of how a lowly Cockney flower girl is accepted as royalty by improving her manner of speech with the help of a speech teacher.
    Jerry Weissman, Forbes.com, 20 May 2025
  • After a speech by chief executive officer Jean-Christophe Babin, guests took their seats at the dinner tables, set with Caltagirone ceramics, neo-antique statues and rich compositions of local fruit to emphasize the colorful boldness of the Polychroma high jewelry collection.
    Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 20 May 2025
Noun
  • Based on their past behavior, cicadas from Brood XIV will likely make their appearances in 14 states, said Gene Kritsky, founder of Cicada Safari, a group that gathers data on the insects.
    Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 15 May 2025
  • Some critics, like Entertainment Weekly's Ken Tucker, lamented that the finale's tone of retribution undermined the fact that the characters all paid for their bad behavior within each episode.
    Jessica Sager, People.com, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • Russell tried to console Elissa and somehow managed to keep himself composed, holding up both of them through the disappointment.
    Kristen Jordan Shamus, USA Today, 19 May 2025
  • Getting a good night's rest, eating nutrient-dense foods, and engaging in activities that boost energy levels can help manage chronic fatigue.
    Joy Emeh, Health, 18 May 2025
Verb
  • The $30 cost includes all fees, but not taxes as applicable according to city, state and venue and applies to amphitheater shows throughout the U.S. and Canada.
    Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 15 May 2025
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    Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 14 May 2025
Verb
  • Root walked Alex Sanford to lead off the inning and Luke Hill reached on Aloy’s throwing error.
    Matt Jones, Arkansas Online, 24 May 2025
  • Israel allowed 100 aid trucks carrying flour, baby food and medical equipment into the Gaza Strip on Wednesday, the Israeli military said, as UN officials reported that distribution issues had meant that no aid had so far reached people in need.
    Nidal al-Mughrabi, USA Today, 23 May 2025

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“Address.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/address. Accessed 27 May. 2025.

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