AMORPHOUS Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

amorphous

adjective

ə-ˈmȯr-fəs

Definition of amorphous

as in chaotic

having no definite or recognizable form amorphous lumps of clay magically transformed by a skilled potter's hands into works of art

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Recent Examples of amorphous That may be because Kahn, whose assemblage art is, in simple terms, spontaneous and non-conformist with its amorphous shapes and eccentric use of color. — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 8 May 2026 Many big-box stores promote quartz over similar but much safer countertops manufactured from crushed glass; these are made from amorphous silica, which is much less toxic than crystalline silica. — David Michaels, Fortune, 21 June 2026 Many big-box stores promote quartz over similar but much safer countertops manufactured from crushed glass; these are made from amorphous silica, which is much less toxic than crystalline silica. — David Michaels, The Conversation, 18 June 2026 On one hand are jihadi groups such as Boko Haram, ISWAP, and Lakurawa, and on the other are amorphous, criminal groups that specialize in kidnapping for ransom. — ABC News, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for amorphous

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Adjective

Interview with the Vampire’s composer Daniel Hart has taken the audience on a wonderfully chaotic journey through different styles of music in The Vampire Lestat.

— Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
The events surrounding the funeral were chaotic, with eight people killed and hundreds injured, according to a report written by the Associated Press news agency at the time.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

Definition of chaotic

Adjective

The Bravo series picked up a nod in the unstructured reality program category, marking its first Emmy nomination following quite the headline-making 10th season.

— McKinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 8 July 2026
Early use cases, including work with the London Stock Exchange Group, point to a particularly compelling opportunity in finance, where the ability to query complex structured and unstructured data could reshape decision-making.

— Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 6 July 2026

Definition of unstructured

Adjective

What truly elevates the piece, though, are the structured, emphasized cups, which transform the dress from something loose and shapeless into a silhouette that feels angular, sculpted, and undeniably flattering.

— Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026
Travelers will also appreciate the drawstring waist and roomy cut to keep things comfortable without looking shapeless.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2026

Definition of shapeless

Adjective

More than a hundred years after unformed marble passed through her hands and into human form, her works are at long last assembled together to speak as a kind of family.

— Tyehimba Jess, ARTnews.com, 17 Apr. 2026
Davidson’s chat with Kelly has no structure, no segments, and no particular gimmick; and while none of that is required of a podcast, some sense of organization can help shape an otherwise-unformed snippet of conversation.

— David Sims, The Atlantic, 7 Feb. 2026

Definition of unformed

Adjective

The County of Los Angeles Department of Public Health recommends soaking leafy produce and fuzzy fruits like peaches in a 10% white vinegar and 90% water mixture.

— Christopher Buchanan, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026
Deers tend to avoid flowers and plants with strong odors or foliage with a fuzzy, rough, or odd texture.

— Steve Bender, Southern Living, 7 July 2026

Definition of fuzzy

Adjective

There’s no reason to think, for example, that decisions made by political appointees based on vague standards would be any more transparent than those made by peer reviewers based on scientific merit.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 July 2026
American Mission’s partnership with the company, as well as the ads’ vague message about Donalds, exemplify the opaque nature of the AI industry’s spending in the 2026 election cycle.

— Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026

Definition of vague

Adjective

Along one wall, rows of unshaped, creaseless, open-crown hats wait in various stages of completion.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 July 2026
There is a wealth of knowledge and experience here to sift through and, at times, the film’s editing leaves these individual’s offerings unshaped or unclear.

— Sarah-Tai Black, Los Angeles Times, 2 June 2023

Definition of unshaped

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