CLUES Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

clues 1 of 2

noun

plural of clue

as in indications

a slight or indirect pointing to something (as a solution or explanation) vainly searched for a clue to the answer

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clues

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verb

present tense third-person singular of clue

as in tells

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Recent Examples of clues

Noun

Sports Edition Coach — a spot to gather clues and discuss (and share) scores. — Mark Cooper, New York Times, 14 July 2026 The site had been cordoned off by daybreak Monday as dozens of Thai forensic officers combed for clues about what caused the fire. — ABC News, 13 July 2026 No one has put all the pieces together yet, but over the last few years, some major new clues have emerged. — Quanta Magazine, 13 July 2026 An abundance of hints, clues and other helpful items await, not to mention a bonus Custom Wordle and plenty more. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 12 July 2026 By Monday morning, the site had been cordoned off as dozens of Thai forensic officers combed through the burned remains for clues about what caused the fire. — CBS News, 12 July 2026 These are huge clues to a fabric's authenticity and potential value. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 July 2026 This week, investors will parse the Fed's meeting minutes for clues as to what the central bank could do next. — Alex Harring, CNBC, 6 July 2026 This is the first opportunity for early clues as to how first-year coaches are doing at JSerra, Los Alamitos, Servite, Orange Lutheran, Long Beach Poly and Oaks Christian. — Eric Sondheimer, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clues

Noun

Ledbetter also said there weren’t, currently, indications of foul play — even as Wells family shared their own suspicions at Friday’s news conference.

— Brian Brant, PEOPLE, 10 July 2026
His blood work likewise appeared normal, giving no indications of anything amiss, such as an elevated white blood cell count that might signal a parasitic infection.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 9 July 2026

Definition of indications

Noun

Chung recently received her first award from the National Institutes of Health for a research project to understand how genetically identical cells respond differently to stimuli, such as treatments or environmental cues.

— Rachel Martin, Hartford Courant, 11 July 2026
Elite players have, of course, spent many thousands of hours learning to recognize these subtle biomechanical cues.

— Michelle Spear, Scientific American, 11 July 2026

Definition of cues

Verb

Moving on to the housekeeping items, the organizer informs us of the presence of a documentary film crew on the grounds.

— Nick H. Penniman, Rolling Stone, 15 July 2026
In a brief filing, Google’s legal team informs the court that Google is prepared to begin distributing third-party app stores in Google Play on July 22.

— Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 15 July 2026

Definition of informs

Verb

As an extra precaution, take photos of key documents like your passport, visas, driver’s license, and travel insurance, advises Laura Alvarez, a specialist at Otelle Travel.

— Jessica Puckett, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 July 2026
To minimize risks during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) advises incorporating frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 14 July 2026

Definition of advises

Noun

There have already been suggestions people may be going to some lengths to secure payouts.

— Laura Paddison, CNN Money, 17 July 2026
Community members have already submitted at least 600 suggestions, which the city is narrowing down to consolidate similar proposals, ensure eligibility and vet for past controversies, a San Jose parks spokesperson said.

— Ryan Macasero, Mercury News, 15 July 2026

Definition of suggestions

Verb

Fraud protection PocketGuard uses an algorithm that notifies customers if there’s an unusual charge or the app suspects theft.

— Catherine Collins, USA Today, 10 July 2026
The Bureau of Prisons has a drone alert system that notifies prison staff when a drone is nearby, according to court documents.

— Luke Barr, ABC News, 25 June 2026