BESPEAKING Synonyms: 92 Similar and Opposite Words

bespeaking

verb

present participle of bespeak

as in booking

to arrange to have something (as a hotel room) held for one's future use bespoke the rental car weeks in advance of their trip

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Relevance

as in revealing

to make known (something abstract) through outward signs her expression throughout the meeting bespoke great boredom

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as in seeking

to make a request for milady bespoke our indulgence, inviting us to wait in the foyer while she attended to other matters

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as in indicating

to serve as a sign or symptom of her impressive virtuosity as a pianist bespeaks years of diligent practice

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The fix is Marecomodo, a private parking-and-shuttle service bookable through Bonetti’s website when booking your beach chairs.

— Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026
Express Flooring reviews Before booking a consultation, see how past customers describe their experiences with Express Flooring.

— Sharon Wu, USA Today, 17 July 2026

Definition of booking

Verb

Analysts and opposition politicians in exile said the declaration put into focus the reality of two-person rule under the Ortegas, while revealing the couple’s fear of an opposition movement taking root.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 21 July 2026
The company has already laid significant groundwork, launching pre-orders on June 25, revealing cover art, and releasing 60 new screenshots.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of revealing

Verb

The patient must be in an advanced or terminal stage, experiencing pain that cannot be relieved or is unbearable, and seeking lethal medication of their own free will.

— ABC News, ABC News, 15 July 2026
The district has responded to those issues by seeking to find efficiencies, cut costs and closing a handful of schools.

— Austin Horn July 15, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026

Definition of seeking

Verb

But key voters in Pennsylvania have mixed views on whether this is a big deal or not, indicating a level of cynicism about many in the political class.

— Ashley Lopez, NPR, 16 July 2026
Executives also pointed to lower effective pricing, indicating the company increased promotional activity as consumers became more price sensitive.

— Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 16 July 2026

Definition of indicating

Verb

The new police statement said an investigation showed the five people were suspected of displaying seditious materials and selling seditious publications on the premises.

— Kanis Leung, Fortune, 16 July 2026
William’s eldest son, Prince George, has also inherited his father’s love for soccer, accompanying his father to several Aston Villa matches and cup finals, displaying the same style of fan support as his father.

— Stefania Conrieri, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026

Definition of displaying

Verb

Early Wednesday, Paramount filed a motion requesting that Pitts step aside, citing his previous role as a labor lawyer, including for the Writers Guild of America.

— Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 16 July 2026
Nurse was with the Oilers for 12 seasons but had a less-than-optimal departure, requesting a trade after enduring years of criticism, often warranted, from fans and media alike.

— Curtis Pashelka, Mercury News, 16 July 2026

Definition of requesting

Verb

Accidents still happen, of course, but no more frequently than in other parts of the world, meaning the Triangle doesn’t attract tragedy.

— Andrea Romano, Travel + Leisure, 15 July 2026
Analysts typically only cut profit estimates after stocks have already fallen, meaning there’s little early warning.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 15 July 2026

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