coordinate 1 of 3

coordinate

2 of 3

noun

as in equivalent
one that is equal to another in status, achievement, or value the Nobel Memorial Award for Economic Science is universally regarded as the coordinate of the original Nobel Prizes for peace, literature, medicine, physics, and chemistry

Synonyms & Similar Words

coordinate

3 of 3

adjective

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 coordinate
Verb
The x-axis and y-axis show the two dimensions of a coordinate plane. Dave Linkletter, Popular Mechanics, 22 July 2022 Cedarburg City Administrator Mikko Hilvo said his Ozaukee County community has been hearing from citizens about the city's coordinate address system, too. Chris Foran, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, 8 Mar. 2022
Noun
Matching sets remove the daily challenge of having to coordinate an outfit and are comfortable for a day of lounging or working from home. Jacqueline Tempera, PEOPLE, 11 Sep. 2025 More than 100 climate scientists – many of whom coordinated their efforts – submitted over 400 pages in public comments to the Energy Department last week. Ella Nilsen, CNN Money, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
Denim coordinates continue to be a go-to for red carpet moments. Angela Velasquez, Sourcing Journal, 18 Aug. 2025 As an avid sailor himself, Díaz and his friends set out to find this mythical island one summer, heading towards Kent Island which has similar geolocation coordinates. Anna Marie De La Fuente, Variety, 18 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for coordinate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for coordinate
Verb
  • Eight years is a heck of a stretch for anyone to go and reconcile with those things.
    Lynette Rice, Deadline, 13 Sep. 2025
  • How can these results be reconciled?
    Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Maximalists can lean into bold, dramatic hues, while those who prefer subtlety can opt for earthy neutrals that blend seamlessly with their kitchen decor.
    Elizabeth Fogarty, Better Homes & Gardens, 8 Sep. 2025
  • By blending internal talent with flexible external expertise, companies can punch above their weight without bloating headcount.
    Richard Ricks, Forbes.com, 8 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • The addictive opioid drug is 50 times more potent than morphine and can trigger a fatal overdose with as little as 2 milligrams, the equivalent of a few grains of salt.
    Mark Zeigler, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 Sep. 2025
  • The heft of batteries means EVs are generally a few hundred kilograms heavier than their fossil fuel equivalents.
    James Morris, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Place one knee and the corresponding hand on the bench for support, keeping your back flat and core engaged.
    Jakob Roze, Health, 8 Sep. 2025
  • Major contenders in the Emmy races for Outstanding Drama Series, Comedy Series and Limited Series won the trophies in the corresponding casting categories at the 2025 Creative Arts Emmy Awards, considered a relatively reliable — but not perfect — predictor of the top series winners.
    Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 6 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Following the success of EA’s 2024 return to college football, the company teased a corresponding basketball series this June.
    Jacob Feldman, Sportico.com, 5 Sep. 2025
  • In the corresponding quarter last year, comparable store sales were down 21 percent.
    Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 4 Sep. 2025
Noun
  • PwC’s 2025 Global AI Jobs Barometer reports that jobs requiring AI skills pay an average of 56% more than their non-AI counterparts, and that the skill sets demanded in these roles are evolving 66% faster than in traditional jobs.
    Dr. Aviva Legatt, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025
  • To break those down, The Athletic convened the following discussion between Dodgers beat writer Fabian Ardaya and his Padres counterpart, Dennis Lin.
    Dennis Lin, New York Times, 10 Sep. 2025
Adjective
  • Justin sported a red beanie, a matching red sweatshirt and sweatpants.
    Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 12 Sep. 2025
  • In a few photos, Brittany is sporting a dark brown wrap dress with tan heeled boots, while others show the KC Current owner in a denim-on-denim get-up with a matching cowboy hat.
    Natasha Dye, People.com, 2 Sep. 2025
Verb
  • Historically, such easing cycles have correlated with gold price appreciation, as investors seek preservation of capital amid softening economic indicators.
    Michael Khouw, CNBC, 11 Sep. 2025
  • The magnetic profile correlates well with the sun’s activity during the years 1600 - 2000, and matches reasonably well earth’s temperature.
    Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 10 Sep. 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Coordinate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/coordinate. Accessed 15 Sep. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on coordinate

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!