CURSIVE Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

Definition of cursive

as in handwriting

a type of writing in which all the letters in a word are connected to each other He writes in cursive when he takes notes.

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adjective

as in informal

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Recent Examples of cursive

Noun

Magdalena, wearing a bright red shirt with her grandson’s name written in gold cursive, booked her own flight back to Guatemala because the center does not organize flights for adults. — Miami Herald, 25 June 2026 The paper had yellowed from age and the cursive was so ornate the words were hard to make out. — Emily St. Martin, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026

Adjective

Leaning minimal, opt for simple cursive lettering spelling out the best city in the world. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 9 June 2026 Stem stitch is a great option for cursive writing, offering a rope-like finish. — Better Homes & Gardens, 4 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for cursive

Recent Examples of Synonyms for cursive

Noun

Investigators collected handwriting samples from dozens of people, and all the individuals tested were excluded except for Patsy, whom examiners were unable to eliminate as the possible author.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 20 Aug. 2026
According to a Meta news release, the team explored hundreds of designs, from all-caps to literal handwriting.

— Greta Cross, USA Today, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of handwriting

Adjective

His experience impelled him to join an informal yet determined community of researchers, doctors, and patients pushing for extra studies to help patients and doctors find the right dosage for an array of cancer drugs.

— CNN Money, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
Judge Roach reminded both sides that he was not bound by any informal agreement.

— CBS Texas Staff, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of informal

Noun

Despite the bravado of his flowing mullet and leopard print G-string, Pat is tragically ill-equipped for today’s rules of engagement.

— Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2026
That includes a limited-time collection of teen and tween clothes, school supplies and accessories in pastel colors and floral prints from the women's lifestyle brand LoveShack Fancy.

— CBS News, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of print

Adjective

Teoscar Hernández led off the 10th with a single off Jimmy Herget (0-5) and Freddie Freeman's sacrifice fly scored automatic runner Andy Pages.

— ABC News, ABC News, 20 Aug. 2026
Beating at the core of the new models is the automatic Calibre 37-24, which offers up a flyback function that lets the wearer stop, reset, and restart the timepiece with just a press of the pusher.

— Nicole Hoey, Robb Report, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of automatic

Adjective

That's particularly relevant for Americans accustomed to booking spontaneous Europe trips.

— Bailey Berg, Forbes.com, 23 Aug. 2026
Later, the Moon opposes Uranus in your 5th House of Creativity and Play, bringing a spontaneous idea, romantic spark, or change in personal plans.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of spontaneous

Adjective

But there is a place at the next level for an instinctive playmaker like him.

— Dane Brugler, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026
Partial drafts of his work were carried along with him, soaked in Salinger’s sweat and imbued with his raw, instinctive reactions to conflict.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 10 Aug. 2026

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