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

Sanderson gets lost in the shuffle with other emerging franchise defenders, but his top comps being Miro Heiskanen, Alex Pietrangelo and Drew Doughty says it all. — Dom Luszczyszyn, New York Times, 22 July 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 This situation is not without its comps (albeit not exact). — Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 23 June 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 The comps were particularly rough that season, as the NYC-OKC skirmish was no match for what would prove to be Michael Jordan’s final championship in Chicago. — Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 3 June 2026 Comparable sales, or comps, is a key metric for the retail industry that adjusts for new store openings and closings to ensure fair year-over-year comparisons. — Zev Fima, CNBC, 29 May 2026 Many things work in Maximum Pleasure Guaranteed’s favor, distinguishing it from some of the duller comps in the past several years. — Kathryn Vanarendonk, Vulture, 27 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for comps

Noun

The gifts that stay with people are usually the ones that felt personal rather than generic.

— Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Staff visit mothers in the hospital, bring small gifts to celebrate their new babies, conduct developmental screenings and connect families with evaluations or services when needed.

— Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 24 July 2026

Definition of gifts

Verb

Another provision would create a grant program, the Innovation Fund, that awards $200 million a year for five years to localities with a track record of increasing housing supply.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 22 June 2026
What else is going on Rebecca Grossman and an ex-Dodger were found liable for the crash that killed two boys; a jury awards $176 million.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 4 June 2026

Definition of awards

Noun

Missouri residents can access informational presentations about Benton’s life work for free.

— Zuri Primos July 26, Kansas City Star, 26 July 2026
My dad was at a place called Seabury and my mom even did presentations there, not just for the benefit of my dad, but for other clients or patients as well.

— Sean Krofssik, Hartford Courant, 26 July 2026

Definition of presentations

Verb

The nonprofit provides grants for development and community-building initiatives in the Democratic Republic of Congo.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 30 July 2026
At shortstop, Zach Neto of the Angels offers excellent defense and offensive upside, while Willy Adames from the Giants provides power and quality defense.

— Bernie Pleskoff, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

Definition of provides

Noun

The American Red Cross declared its second ever national blood supply crisis Monday, urging immediate donations as blood supplies fall to their lowest levels in four summers.

— Velvet Wu July 29, Sacbee.com, 29 July 2026
The GoFundMe page states that donations will help cover medical expenses, funeral costs, counseling and other unexpected expenses in the months ahead.

— Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 29 July 2026

Definition of donations

Noun

At the world’s top hotel properties, turndown gifts, in-room amenities, and departure presents have become an intentional part of the guest experience.

— Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Entertainment includes shooting parties, exchanging presents and the annual family walk to Christmas morning service at the Sandringham Church on the estate, which is about 100 miles north of London.

— Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026

Definition of presents

Verb

Set the scene Located on the outskirts of the village of Naoussa, the island’s liveliest destination, Avant Mar affords you a fantastic perch on Paros.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026
Doing so affords a glimpse of the game through the eyes of the greatest to ever play it.

— Sally Jenkins, The Atlantic, 18 July 2026