1
as in remark
a briefly expressed opinion
just ate the food without offering even a single comment
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in commentary
comments plural
a series of explanations or observations on something (as an event)
the pundit's comments on the political events of the previous week were astute as usual
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in to remark
to make a statement of one's opinion
commenting on recent developments in the Middle East
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of comment
Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
Messages seeking comment were left with the sheriff’s office; the California Highway Patrol, which was identified as the arresting agency; and Spears’ representative.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
The Israeli military has so far declined to comment.
—Matt Nighswander, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for comment
Noun
Yang and Rogers faced backlash for these comments, both posting public apologies on social media shortly after fans took issue with what some argued was racially motivated criticism.
—Faith Bugenhagen, Austin American Statesman, 5 Mar. 2026
Messages seeking comment were left with the sheriff’s office; the California Highway Patrol, which was identified as the arresting agency; and Spears’ representative.
—Dallas Morning News, 5 Mar. 2026
Verb
Abbott declined to comment on the government’s response for this article.
—Lisa Schencker, Chicago Tribune, 4 Mar. 2026
The Israeli military has so far declined to comment.
—Matt Nighswander, NBC news, 4 Mar. 2026
See All Example Sentences for comment
Recent Examples of Synonyms for comment
Noun
-
But Ukraine’s inventories of Patriot batteries and their PAC-3 missiles are limited, as Zelensky made clear in recent remarks.—
Nathan Hodge,
CNN Money,
7 Mar. 2026
-
Daly indicated that Guthrie did not offer prepared remarks but just spoke with emotion.—
Brian Steinberg,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The stage, social, and commentary opportunities are all possibilities rooted in Anderson’s ability to hone his voice and perspective.—
Jessica Lipsky,
Los Angeles Times,
6 Mar. 2026
-
Conservatives are digging through Talarico’s social media history and finding a trove of progressive commentary on hot-button cultural issues like race, gender, religion and immigration.—
Jonathan J. Cooper,
Fortune,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Some policy defenders contend that the labor market weakness reflects adjustments to immigration restrictions rather than fundamental economic failure, positioning this as a deliberate policy choice rather than an economic failure.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
10 Mar. 2026
-
Still, the broader bond rout reflects anxiety about the global economy after crude oil surged toward $120 a barrel, up almost 80% since the Iran war began and disrupted shipments from the Middle East.—
Marcus Wong,
Bloomberg,
9 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
Share a draft with a trusted friend, then use their notes to refine the final pass.—
Tarot.com,
Sun Sentinel,
5 Mar. 2026
-
Of particular note was Holladay's margin of victory.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
5 Mar. 2026
Noun
-
The intelligence analysis was first reported by the Washington Post.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 Mar. 2026
-
Authorities were able to identify multiple people who were allegedly involved through search warrants, financial analysis and assistance from financial institutions, according to Wellington.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
7 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Comment.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/comment. Accessed 12 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
