COMPS Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

comps 1 of 2

noun

plural of comp

as in gifts

something given to someone without expectation of a return this hotel offers its guests more comps, including a free bottle of champagne, than most in its class

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comps

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of comp

as in awards

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Recent Examples of comps

Noun

Foreign opening comps in like-for-likes are The Amateur at $17M, 20th Century/Regency’s The Creator at $22M in 2023 and A Haunting in Venice with $21M in 2023. — Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026 His platform season has been so rough that a lot of his closest comps in WAR are guys coming off serious injuries. — Tim Britton, New York Times, 19 Aug. 2026 This is a big deal because Q1 comps matched Lowe's for the first time in nearly a year. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 18 Aug. 2026 Making matters worse, their comps were to Q2 2025 hits A Minecraft Movie and Sinners. — Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 6 Aug. 2026 But last year, Australia’s National Rodeo Association raised the age limit to 18, boosting Bella’s ambition to one day ride in adult comps. — Hilary Whiteman, CNN Money, 5 July 2026 The contracts of the Ducks’ Jackson LaCombe and the New Jersey Devils’ Luke Hughes – both carry a $9 million annual average value – will surely be used as comps. — Andrew Knoll, Daily News, 9 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for comps

Noun

Focus and Blur A procession of gifts and drinks arrive at the reception.

— Rebecca Suhrawardi, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
The morality police, which are often accused of extreme policies, recently announced a statewide ban in Sokoto on the use of DJs at events, as well as inappropriate haircuts, extravagant bridal gifts and playing music on public transport.

— ABC News, ABC News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of gifts

Verb

The tour on Monday revealed plans for PGA Tour Charities ahead of the season-ending Tour Championship, which has a $40 million purse that awards $10 million to the winner.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Aug. 2026
Even if the court awards smaller damages, the states also seek an order to change how Meta’s platforms operate.

— Clare Duffy, CNN Money, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of awards

Noun

This involves understanding and speaking the client's language, translating complex technology into tangible business outcomes, and delivering compelling presentations.

— William Arruda, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026
The two-hour show, which streamed live on the Queen Beauty Network, included the swimsuit and evening-gown presentations and a question-and-answer session.

— Madeleine Marr, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of presentations

Verb

Going into the summer, recruiting a left-back was on the agenda, though Newcastle feel Dedic and Livramento’s ability to play down both flanks provides enough cover.

— George Caulkin, New York Times, 2 Sep. 2026
Sea Hunter shows engine record The Navy’s growing autonomous fleet provides a direct use case for the certified technology.

— Sujita Sinha, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of provides

Noun

Lowe’s in Boise donated the rest of the materials, which included soil, weed barrier cloth and fertilizer, bringing the total donations to $800, according to Mitchley.

— Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 2 Sep. 2026
The bar accumulated over 50 donations from dozens of local businesses for raffle prizes, which will go on throughout the day.

— Amanda Rosa, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of donations

Verb

The move renders the original indictment that had been the subject of grand jury issues legally obsolete — though the judge could still opt to dig into any alleged wrongdoing.

— Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
The protagonist’s righteous mission leads him to some grim, intense situations, which Park renders with kinetic style, most notably in its iconic hammer sequence.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of renders

Noun

For the first time ever, Miami-Dade County Public Schools will let students stay home for Eid, a festive day in which friends and family gather to enjoy meals together and exchange presents after a month of fasting from sun up to sun down.

— Jimena Tavel, Miami Herald, 27 Aug. 2026
Christmas presents remain a crucial ritual, even when the present is half an apple.

— Solitaire Townsend, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026

Definition of presents

Verb

Being Chicago’s hometown airline — and shouting about it a lot — affords United Airlines certain privileges.

— The Editorial Board, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
As practice reps might be limited during the week, Friday’s preseason finale against the Atlanta Falcons affords players their opportunity to leave a lasting impression before cuts.

— David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 24 Aug. 2026