CONCORDANCE Synonyms: 51 Similar and Opposite Words

concordance

noun

Definition of concordance

as in understanding

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Recent Examples of concordance Since many of these risk factors are more prevalent in the U.S. and England, the prevalence of hypertension concordance would be expected. — Michelle Pugle, Health, 14 Dec. 2023 Rather, Classic Learning Initiatives inferred a relationship by using the SAT-ACT concordance. — Nick Anderson, Washington Post, 6 Oct. 2023 The concordance percentages indicate how often Watson’s advice matched the experts’ treatment plans. — IEEE Spectrum, 2 Apr. 2019 My major concern is that the DZ concordance might be too high, because a kid might be more likely to get diagnosed with autism if their twin already had a diagnosis. — Neuroskeptic, Discover Magazine, 6 July 2011 See All Example Sentences for concordance

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Noun

Transits through the strait had risen after the lifting of the previous US blockade and the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran.

— Billy Stockwell, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
This gives the system an understanding of how real indoor spaces are arranged and how everyday objects are typically placed.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 July 2026

Definition of understanding

Noun

Alongside their financial punishment, Newcastle entered into a stringent future-compliance agreement following their breach of UEFA’s financial sustainability regulations (FSR).

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026
When parents say no Nick, a 36-year-old who works in environmental compliance, has the polar opposite experience.

— Elisabeth Buchwald, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Definition of compliance

Noun

But the gentle vocal harmonies and trippy acoustic strumming, like the jokey title, transform the song into something else.

— Simon Vozick-Levinson, Rolling Stone, 17 July 2026
Desai was inspired by Gandhi’s ideals of nondiscrimination and social harmony.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 17 July 2026

Definition of harmony

Noun

Raving is a youth movement that has always rejected conformity.

— Kiana Mickles, Pitchfork, 15 July 2026
Other essential qualities include a substantial heft, range, and engagement with the United States’s history, especially the recurrent issues of racial injustice, religious enthusiasm, social conformity, and rampant capitalism.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 6 July 2026

Definition of conformity

Noun

That sentiment, a circle of solidarity, is meant to be echoed in the formation of the samurai commanders.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 17 July 2026
What drives her attempt to use female solidarity as a way to ingratiate herself with Priscilla, a woman who is seemingly her enemy?

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 15 July 2026

Definition of solidarity

Noun

Additionally, the deal would require the Blazers to hire union workers and set caps on project-cost overruns.

— Jason Quick, New York Times, 20 July 2026
The cast is a mix of professional actors in the Equity union, local talent plus children and teens adding to a fuller ensemble.

— Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 19 July 2026

Definition of union

Noun

Events ranging from a baby parade in Flint, Michigan, to a rock concert in Herndon, Virginia, and the America’s Mile marathon in Pittsburgh were canceled Friday as smoke lingered.

— Dalia Faheid, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Following a $2 million renovation completed in 2015, the theater now hosts a diverse lineup of concerts, theatrical productions, comedy shows, and community events.

— Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

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