CONTENTS Synonyms: 182 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of content

as in topics

a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition) although I appreciate the poem's lyrical qualities, I don't understand its content

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as in coverages

the amount of something (as subject matter) included judging from the table of contents, I'd have to say that this book covers most of the major topics in American history

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as in meanings

the idea that is conveyed or intended to be conveyed to the mind by language, symbol, or action the speech was filled with fine words but devoid of any real content

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contents

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verb

present tense third-person singular of content

as in delights

to give satisfaction to a person easily contented by life's simple pleasures

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Recent Examples of contents

Noun

The contents of the exosomes of those with post-herpetic neuralgia had significantly higher concentrations of proteins known to suppress the growth of neurons. — Andrew Bubak, The Conversation, 14 Sep. 2026 Its statement did not address the contents of the video or the merits of the lawsuit. — Valerie Gonzalez, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026 Oh, and its conspiring with the fridge to just put the temp out of range just far enough to turn the contents into a bacterial mine field. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026 One of the plaintiffs, Jennifer Hatch, worked in a role processing customer returns in Lancaster, New York, which involved standing for several hours at a time and lifting boxes of various weights to sort their contents. — Claire Savage, Fortune, 10 Sep. 2026 Ingredients sit against durable food-grade stainless steel rather than plastic, while borosilicate glass lids with platinum-silicone seals help keep contents fresh. — Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2026 Police used metal detectors and checked the contents of bags before allowing people into the meeting 45 minutes before its start. — Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 9 Sep. 2026 Tokyo Gap Financing Market (TGFM), which is being held during this year’s TIFFCOM contents market in Tokyo (October 28-30), has announced a line-up of 24 projects from Asia, Europe and the Americas for this year’s edition. — Liz Shackleton, Deadline, 9 Sep. 2026 Her family is being raised on the contents of Letts’ massive DVD collection, both old and new. — Anne Thompson, IndieWire, 4 Sep. 2026

Verb

That prompted Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara last February to call on insurers to pay 100% of their policyholders’ contents coverage limits without a detailed inventory, noting some already did. — Los Angeles Times, 3 Feb. 2026 The cooler chills contents down to -4 degrees Fahrenheit, so there is no need for ice! — Nora Colomer May Earn A Commission If You Buy Through Our Referral Links. This Content Was Created By A Team That Works Independently From The Fox Newsroom., FOXNews.com, 23 Aug. 2024

Recent Examples of Synonyms for contents

Noun

Some 27% of Americans use AI chatbots to discuss personal, emotional or social topics, with users under 50 more likely to do so, according to a recent poll from Elon University researchers and The Washington Post.

— Jennifer Liu, CNBC, 6 Sep. 2026
Hossain ties up the fate of her complicated protagonist with a neat bow, leaving too many unanswered questions about the backstory and topics raised.

— Miriam Balanescu, IndieWire, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of topics

Noun

That means a lot of opportunities in favorable coverages for Flournoy.

— Nicki Jhabvala, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2026
Rather than assuming one is more affordable or comprehensive than the other, compare the specific coverages, exclusions, deductibles, premiums and repair-shop requirements between any two plans.

— Brian Sloan, CNBC, 4 Sep. 2026

Definition of coverages

Noun

The Justice Department, Federal Trade Commission, and Canada’s Competition Bureau have worked together for decades on cross-border antitrust matters, including merger reviews and investigations into potential anticompetitive conduct.

— Rena Rowe, The Washington Examiner, 5 Sep. 2026
This combination matters when electronics need to communicate with biological systems.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of matters

Noun

MacGregor has signed contracts with China Merchants Jinling Shipyard to supply comprehensive roll-on/roll-off equipment for the two vessels, marking one of its most extensive scopes for roll-on/roll-off passenger ferries to date.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026
As marketing departments respond to these market changes, procurement executives’ scopes are evolving in parallel.

— Michelle Douglas, Forbes.com, 17 July 2026

Definition of scopes

Noun

The plant contains mescaline, a psychoactive compound that alters perception and mood, sharpening the senses and amplifying feelings of empathy and connection.

— Pardis Mahdavi, The Conversation, 8 Sep. 2026
Walking through the rest of the Javits Center outside of the backstage area and 40/40 Club, however, was like having all your senses punched in the face.

— Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of senses

Verb

Coastal decor darling Serena & Lily brings you the Pacifica modular collection to suit any configuration that pleases you.

— Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 28 May 2026
For something more substantial, Ramsey’s pleases both vegetarians and meat eaters with options such as BBQ brisket sandwich with homemade onion straws or Zucchini Noodle Thai Bowl.

— Sarah Miller, Midwest Living, 29 Apr. 2026