Thesaurus results for CONSTRUCTIONS

constructions

noun

plural of construction

as in structures

something put together by arranging or connecting an array of parts the swing set turned out to be a more complicated construction than the "some assembly required" warning suggested

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

as in explanations

a statement that makes something clear could you give us your construction of this passage in the Bible?

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 constructions This lucid translation makes no apologies for preserving Homer’s (to us) nonidiomatic constructions. — The Week Us, TheWeek, 3 Nov. 2026 Her constructions are rife with hourglass seams that make coats conform to, rather than constrict, the body’s curves, or panels under the arm to enhance range of movement. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026 The act prohibited commercial timber harvesting, cars, and human constructions. — Story Hinckley, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for constructions

Noun

These systems, which are based on mathematical structures called neural networks, excel at cognitive tasks that until recently seemed exclusive to humans.

— Ben Brubaker, Quanta Magazine, 4 Nov. 2026
Researchers also modified the protein to investigate how these structures grow.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of structures

Noun

Concurrent with these updates, ZDHC published a PFAS position paper and practical interpretations, which reinforces the organization’s position against the intentional use of the substances in the textile, apparel, leather and footwear supply chain.

— Angela Velasquez, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026
Given some of the uncertainty that can result as social media discussions make spot interpretations of data, producers expect to use new graphics and standards to make races easier to understand.

— Brian Steinberg, Variety, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of interpretations

Noun

As mass media and periodicals became central sources of information, the daily welcomed illustrations that engaged with the issues of the day.

— Tonya Blazio-Licorish, Footwear News, 4 Nov. 2026
These products are more complex than basic term insurance, though, so buyers should carefully review policy illustrations, guarantees, fees and potential cash value performance before purchasing.

— Matt Richardson, CBS News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of illustrations

Browse Nearby Words

construction

constructions

constructive

See all Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

Style

“Constructions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constructions. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

Copy Citation

Synonyms of constructions

noun

Example Sentences

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

More from Merriam-Webster

Word of the Day

abandon

Popular in Grammar & Usage

How to Use 'Who' vs. 'Whom'

Merriam-Webster’s Great Big List of Words You Love to Hate

'Affect' vs. 'Effect'

'A' or 'an'? What about before 'h'? An Indefinite Article Guide

Why is '-ed' sometimes pronounced at the end of a word?

Popular in Wordplay

Great Big List of Beautiful and Useless Words, Vol. 5

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

7 Words for Old-Timey Vehicles

The Words of the Week - Nov. 6

12 Lovely and Unusual Words for the Natural World

Popular

How to Use 'Who' vs. 'Whom'

Great Big List of Beautiful and Useless Words, Vol. 5

9 Words That Sound Like Insults But Aren't

Games & Quizzes