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noun

ˈchärt How to pronounce chart (audio)
Definition of chartnext
as in map
an illustration of certain features of a geographical area a chart of that section of the coastline will show any possible hazards

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verb

1
as in to describe
to give an oral or written account of in some detail the book charts the years between the two World Wars

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2
as in to plan
to work out the details of (something) in advance charted the entire campaign for governor before she even agreed to run

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Recent Examples of chart
Noun
Miami returned junior Elija Lofton, but the tight ends behind him on the depth chart had hardly any experience. — Adam Lichtenstein, Sun Sentinel, 27 Oct. 2026 The first release, The Album, debuted at number one on the ARIA Albums Chart in Australia in February 2021, becoming the first children’s album to reach the top of the charts Down Under. — Tim Chan, HollywoodReporter, 26 Oct. 2026
Verb
There was a sort of tunnel-of-Ralph, in which you were immersed in old recordings of Lauren discussing his cinematic philosophy of design while reading old cuttings that charted milestone moments in Polo’s nearly 60-year history. — Luke Leitch, Vogue, 26 Oct. 2026 Advertisement In a country not yet 80 years old, many are ready to chart a new era. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 26 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chart
Recent Examples of Synonyms for chart
  1. map
  2. describe
  3. plan
  4. tell
  5. design
  6. report
  7. prepare
  8. chronicle
Noun
  • Turnout matters, since a few thousand votes can determine whether a party disappears entirely or enters parliament, or even becomes the kingmaker that breaks the deadlock between the blocs and reshapes the political map.
    — Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 25 Oct. 2026
  • Multiple states across the South rushed to redraw House maps to gain a partisan advantage, with many of the new districts crafted in a way that minimized Black voting power.
    — Stephen Fowler, NPR, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of map
Verb
  • Cargo aircraft for remote routes Aviern’s website describes an aircraft called the A600, designed to carry 600 pounds of cargo over a range of 600 miles.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
  • In a report submitted to the city by FSMY Architects + Planners, the design firm describes the tower as creating a distinctive silhouette within the downtown skyline.
    — Susannah Bryan, Sun Sentinel, 29 Oct. 2026
Definition of describe
Verb
  • Airports enter the equation At Orlando International Airport, Joby plans to use a vertiport near Terminal C and the airport’s train station.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
  • Oracle plans to build more data centers in Saudi Arabia and the UAE to meet rising demand, The National reported.
    — Kelsey Warner, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of plan
Verb
  • Shapiro told Semafor that he’ll be focused on passing a few specific items if his party wins full control of the government — not a parade of progressive bills, as Democrats in some swing states have done after winning the legislature.
    — David Weigel, semafor.com, 30 Oct. 2026
  • In his ruling rejecting the DOJ’s lawsuit, Carter said the federal government had the right to investigate instances of criminal voting but not to tell California how to run its elections.
    — Andrew Graham, Sacbee.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of tell
Verb
  • Vessels like Sichuan are primarily designed to support amphibious operations, transport military personnel, deploy helicopters and facilitate landing operations.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026
  • The new offering is designed to help teams, leagues, owners and developers answer questions before design begins, from fan experience and revenue strategy to sponsorships, naming rights and destination development.
    — Sportico Staff, Sportico.com, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of design
Verb
  • Crash reported on northbound I-635 A crash has been reported on I-635 between K-5/Exit 8 and Horizons Parkway/Exit 9.
    — Kansas City Star Bot, Kansas City Star, 25 Oct. 2026
  • The full report says 12% of the scams reported in the survey involved AI or a deepfake.
    — Muskaan Arshad, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
Definition of report
Verb
  • In crowded Chaweng Beach, this 26-room hotel’s high style attracts a stream of beachcombers (prepare to show your key to the hotel gatekeeper).
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Oct. 2026
  • The United States has starting making arrangements to prepare its key bases to operate for at least 3 months without outside support.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of prepare
Verb
  • De la Bouillerie began his career on a high note as an editor on the Oscar-winning documentary Woodstock, which chronicled the landmark 1969 music festival that defined the counterculture generation.
    — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 26 Oct. 2026
  • Josh Simmons’ career with the Kansas City Chiefs has been well-chronicled here at OutKick.
    — Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 25 Oct. 2026
Definition of chronicle

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“Chart.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/chart. Accessed 31 Oct. 2026.

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