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

Michael, who would later split from his father’s control, accused him of severe childhood emotional and physical abuse, including beatings with iron cords. — Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 4 Aug. 2026

The device can fit in standard gallery frames and doesn’t require power or data cords. — Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Avoid basements or rooms where water has submerged electrical outlets or cords. — Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 15 July 2026

The larger case easily stows a Kindle or iPad Mini, power bank, digital camera, earbuds, and more; the smaller one stashes cords and adapters. — Morgan Ashley Parker, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2026

Avoid entering basements or rooms where electrical outlets or cords are submerged in water. — Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026

Use them in the office to refresh your desk, or at home in areas like your TV stand or nightstand for a clean, seamless look that keeps cords within reach. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 24 June 2026

Tonal cords crossed from the vamp to the top of the shaft in front. — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 21 June 2026

This one has stubby legs to make your ceilings appear even taller, along with plenty of space to keep your records pristine and hide the tangle of cords when company’s over. — Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026