BATCH Synonyms: 149 Similar and Opposite Words

batch 1 of 2

noun

ˈbach

Definition of batch

as in cluster

a number of things considered as a unit a batch of essays to correct

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Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in group

a usually small number of persons considered as a unit send in the next batch of applicants

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batch

2 of 2

verb

as in to bunch

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Recent Examples of batch

Noun

This initiative allows users to access powerful features like batch photo processing, video reformatting for social media, and asset searching directly through the ChatGPT interface. — David Bloom, Forbes.com, 6 Aug. 2026 Liverpool also continue to scour the market for the next batch of emerging talent and are continuing to assess a number of players around the ages of 16 and 17. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 5 Aug. 2026

Verb

As whiskey fans already know, Booker’s stands out as being an uncut, unfiltered bourbon, and while the specifics change from batch to batch, there are some constants—the whiskey is usually six to eight years old and between 120 and 130 proof. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 June 2026 The first mission, carrying Starlink batch 17-47 on the Falcon 9 booster B1088, departed from Space Launch Complex 4 East at Vandenberg Space Force Base in California. — Robert Z. Pearlman, Space.com, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for batch

Recent Examples of Synonyms for batch

Noun

This year, the agency has already posted 20 investigations and says work remains active for 18 foodborne illness clusters.

— Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026
District leaders say that no recommendations have been made at this time and that the examination of the schools in the six clusters will continue until October.

— Dan Raby, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of cluster

Noun

Brazilians lead the way in seven different age groups, from Philippe Coutinho at 16 all the way to Neymar aged 31.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026
The group of officers included at least two plainclothes officers wearing bulletproof vests, who arrived in an unmarked car shortly before the shooting.

— Jakob Rodgers, Mercury News, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of group

Verb

The designer believes that the gown got bunched up during Diana’s carriage ride to the church.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 29 July 2026
Skylrk Slouchy Socks bunched above a pair of unreleased Matter Daddy sneakers in the Latte colorway, while Speed Demon sunglasses in Jet supplied the narrow black frames.

— Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 19 July 2026

Definition of bunch

Noun

The pricing shows just how wide that opportunity has become, whilst a Voyageur Celina Backpack sits at around $495, the brand’s McLaren luggage collection can reach $2,695+.

— Kate Hardcastle, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026
The English poet Peter Bayley used it in an 1803 poetry collection to describe a painting of Jesus.

— Harmeet Kaur, CNN Money, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of collection

Verb

The second-year wide receiver, who spent 2025 on the Panthers’ practice squad after a short stint with the Cleveland Browns, has been balling this summer — no matter who has been throwing him the ball.

— Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 4 Aug. 2026
Instead of being grateful, Quiggle balled his fist, continued to yell and fought with the deputy before being arrested, Linhardt said.

— David Goodhue, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026

Definition of ball

Noun

Located across more than 2,000 acres of scenic Virginia landscape the iconic The Omni Homestead Resort & Spa provides timeless comforts and access to an array of exciting activities.

— Roger Sands, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Scholarships on the site appear to be funded largely by an array of private groups, including foundations, associations, fraternities, unions and other organizations.

— Todd Wallack, Washington Post, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of array

Noun

The local band leader Benjamin Washington was there, who Williams had not yet met.

— Jacqui Palumbo, CNN Money, 11 Aug. 2026
The school back then had a solid curriculum and robust extracurricular offerings, including a world-class band that played for numerous dignitaries, which later in the century would include President Richard Nixon.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026