Synonyms of applications

applications

noun

plural of application

as in uses

the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose

fixing a snag in panty hose is not the intended application of nail polish, but it's a handy one

Synonyms & Similar Words

• uses
• exercises
• usages
• operations
• plays
• employments
• exertions
• reuses

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disuses
• nonuses

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of applications

These innovations signal a shift from robotic spectacle to practical, everyday applications, emphasizing collaboration, accessibility, and human-robot comfort as robots integrate into our lives. — Bernard Marr, Forbes.com, 24 July 2026

Williams particularly loves them for applications where durability matters, such as bridal makeup or television and film. — Marci Robin, Allure, 24 July 2026

By targeting cargo transport, industrial logistics and autonomous operations, Archer is positioning itself in a market with broader potential applications and recurring commercial demand. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 2026

And other severe diseases caused by AGEs, like atherosclerosis, will have research priority over cosmetic applications. — Leslie Baumann, Miami Herald, 23 July 2026

That material would act as a physical barrier between separate coating applications, preventing adhesion failures when the coatings overlap. — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 16 July 2026

But the South Asian country, which hosted a major global AI conference this year, has been confident of making a mark in the AI space by building applications on top of foreign foundational models. — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 16 July 2026

The pause on applications was introduced last year by Orbán’s outgoing far-right government. — Zac Ntim, Deadline, 16 July 2026

Mortgage applications also fell 7% last week and were 2% lower than last year, according to data from the Mortgage Bankers Association. — Samantha Delouya, CNN Money, 16 July 2026