Synonyms of cords

cords 1 of 2

noun

plural of cord

1

as in cables

a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things

a vacuum cleaner with an extra long cord

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cables
• wires
• ropes
• strings
• laces
• lines
• lacings
• guys
• lanyards
• halyards
• stays
• bungee cords
• whipcords

2

as in links

a uniting or binding force or influence

the cords of trust and affection that exist between the longtime friends

Synonyms & Similar Words

• links
• bonds
• ties
• connections
• knots
• ligatures
• linkages
• cements
• fastenings
• attachments
• yokes
• sympathies
• hookups
• joints
• shackles
• unions
• handcuffs
• manacles
• restraints
• limits
• nexuses
• fetters
• trammels
• restrictions
• curbs
• constraints
• affections
• limitations
• linkups
• tie-ups

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separations
• partings
• releases
• freedoms
• liberations
• emancipations

cords

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of cord

as in wires

Related Words

• wires
• straps
• ropes
• ties
• threads
• cinches
• trusses
• binds
• tethers
• bands
• lashes
• knots
• girds
• leashes
• girts
• coils
• tangles
• snarls
• intertwines
• laces
• interlaces
• winds
• entangles
• interweaves
• twists

Dissimilar Words

• unties
• unbinds
• unfastens
• undoes
• unstraps
• unlaces
• unstrings
• unlooses
• unloosens
• unleashes
• untwists
• unravels
• untangles
• disentangles
• unthreads
• unwinds
• untethers
• uncoils
• unlashes
• unspools
• untwines
• unsnarls

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cords

Noun

Even after Hammami was tied up (passengers used headphone cords and plastic zip ties), the passengers and crew were in danger. — Sudarsan Raghavan, New Yorker, 12 Oct. 2026

In the decades since, the piece has evolved to be made with leather cords instead—an alternative to the traditional stuffy tie—and worn by cowboys while riding. — Christian Allaire, Vogue, 29 Sep. 2026

UCHealth recommends removing clutter and cords and keeping hallways well lit as simple starting points that don’t require any construction. — Ryan Brennan, Kansas City Star, 29 Sep. 2026

UCHealth also recommends removing clutter and cords and keeping hallways and bathrooms well lit. — Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 29 Sep. 2026

Crew members with a seemingly unending supply of keys transported various cords and cables. — Sarah Shanfield, Vulture, 11 Sep. 2026

Cat-proof cords and give chew toys instead Some cats love to chomp on power cords. — Emily Tarinelli, Los Angeles Times, 11 Sep. 2026

On paper, this sounds great, as being untethered from the restraints and stifling confines of physical cords frees you up to live a more fulfilled digital life. — William Jones, jsonline.com, 10 Sep. 2026

Highlights include a jewel box of a shop lined with wood drawers of glittering gemlike brooches, insignia, cords, and colored fringes; an embroidery and monogramming school; and a bead room for commissioning consultations. — Clare Coulson, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Sep. 2026