ANCHOR Synonyms: 91 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈaŋ-kər

Definition of anchor

as in newscaster

one who reads and introduces news reports on a news program the news anchor coordinated the reports of the correspondents from around the state

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as in backbone

something or someone to which one looks for support my best friend has been my anchor throughout this crisis

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verb

as in to fasten

to put securely in place or in a desired position used ropes and sandbags to anchor the hot-air balloon to the ground

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as in to land

to stop at or near a place along the shore we'll anchor at Praia, Cape Verde

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Recent Examples of anchor

Noun

When that happens, a client who does not understand their plan has no anchor to return to. — Deric Ned, Forbes.com, 20 Oct. 2026 The New England chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences is honoring longtime WBZ-TV News anchors Lisa Hughes and David Wade with a prestigious award. — Wbz-News Staff, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Verb

High pressure that responsible for our current seasonal weather pattern, anchored over the Great Lakes region will cause conditions favorable for low air quality. — Ron Smiley, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026 The Fall 2026 Coat Trends to Shop Strong outerwear anchored the fall 2026 collections. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for anchor

Recent Examples of Synonyms for anchor

Noun

This is the second novel written by journalist Vallés, a veteran newscaster who anchors the evening news on Spanish broadcaster Antena 3.

— Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 14 Oct. 2026
Members of the media were given a walkthrough of Nightmares early Thursday morning, leading to plenty of shrieks from area newscasters.

— Joseph States, Chicago Tribune, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of newscaster

Noun

Zelenskyy said that Kyiv was investigating sudden speed restrictions on Ukraine’s use of Starshield, the military-grade version of SpaceX’s Starlink satellite internet service, which is the backbone of Ukraine’s drone operations and communication.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026
Network is the backbone of Ukraine’s drone operations Starshield is the backbone of Ukraine’s drone operations.

— Hanna Arhirova, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of backbone

Verb

Just as notably, One Roof Sports — the group spearheading the Sonics' return — recently landed a billionaire backer in Melinda French Gates.

— Matt Calkins OutKick, FOXNews.com, 17 Oct. 2026
But Angelenos’ ire has been especially directed at electricity bills as the extra A/C needed during triple-digit heat waves landed people in the utility’s higher-cost tiers, which also have been rising.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of land

Noun

Lithuanian authorities urged residents in two northern counties along the Latvian border to take cover early Sunday because of a possible drone incursion, public broadcaster LRT reported.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Oct. 2026
Noah Adams, a writer, broadcaster, and storyteller who hosted All Things Considered for 18 years, has died.

— Scott Detrow, NPR, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of broadcaster

Noun

Innovation will always be an important pillar of the award, said Christiane Dolva, the philanthropic organization’s head of innovation, research and demonstration.

— Jasmin Malik Chua, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
Dedicated to the god Amun, it is known for its beautiful pillars and intricate carvings.

— Jamie Carter, Space.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of pillar

Verb

Together, these assets show how clean power can become a core part of a balanced and secure energy mix.

— H.E. Dr Abdulla Saif Al Jarwan, Fortune, 21 Oct. 2026
Simmons said prosecutors in Guatemala were integral in securing convictions for Miranda Orozco and others.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 21 Oct. 2026

Definition of secure

Verb

The process starts with a three-dimensional model of the binding site, into which the peptide is docked until the fit is precise, which Knight compares to a key in a lock.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026
After rendezvous this morning, Dragon will autonomously dock to the zenith port on the station's Harmony module.

— Josh Dinner, Space.com, 15 Oct. 2026

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