as in inventor
one who creates or introduces something new
credited as the designer of the first sneaker specifically intended for distance running
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as in modern
being or involving the latest methods, concepts, information, or styles
that car manufacturer is claiming that their new models are the last word in designer technology
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Recent Examples of designer
Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
The designer announced his retirement at 65 in March of 2024, sending an industry-wide shockwave.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2021
As a non-designer, Caplan had an ability to explain design to a wide audience minus the quixotic jargon of the trade.
—Anne Quito, Quartz, 13 June 2020
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Noun
Since 1999, Nicole has been a designer, copy editor, family columnist, and covered style, home design, gardening and other news-you-can-use topics.
—Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 4 Mar. 2026
The designer announced his retirement at 65 in March of 2024, sending an industry-wide shockwave.
—José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 4 Mar. 2026
Adjective
Fashion fans lamenting the loss of directional retailers such as Barneys New York and Jeffrey New York, will soon have a new multi-designer playground to explore.
—Sharon Edelson, Forbes, 18 Apr. 2021
As a non-designer, Caplan had an ability to explain design to a wide audience minus the quixotic jargon of the trade.
—Anne Quito, Quartz, 13 June 2020
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for designer
Noun
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View gallery - 4 images British inventor and YouTuber James Bruton has a habit of solving problems nobody asked him to solve – and then solving them again, harder.—
Omar Kardoudi
March 01,
New Atlas,
1 Mar. 2026
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David Hall is the inventor of CamLidar and MEL.—
Jan Wagner,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
Adjective
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Opened in 2025, the modern Persian cafe serves barbari bread and lavash wrap sandwiches, tahini-date shakes and chai lattes, plus a full slate of events aimed at uplifting the local Persian community.—
Angela Osorio,
Los Angeles Times,
11 Mar. 2026
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Renovations will include replacing the substation’s infrastructure with more modern equipment, which Miller said would be quieter.—
Emily Holshouser,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Nvidia plans to announce a new architecture drawing on Groq at its GTC developer conference in California next week, The Wall Street Journal reported.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
11 Mar. 2026
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The property is one of several at Bishop Ranch where office spaces are expected to be replaced by an array of homes, a key part of a vision crafted by Sunset Development, the principal owner and developer of the neighborhood.—
George Avalos,
Mercury News,
10 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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The universe is giving us space to integrate new desires without losing compassion for others.—
Tarot.com,
New York Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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Steve Carell taught it, and Adam McKay developed an entire new way of doing it with his group, so to get in there and have that happen was just absolutely magical.—
Ryan Coleman,
Entertainment Weekly,
6 Mar. 2026
Noun
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HostArmada is an excellent web host for individual creators and small businesses looking for competitive plans that won't break the bank.—
Gabriel Zamora,
PC Magazine,
8 Mar. 2026
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Reem Raouda is a leading voice in conscious parenting and the creator of the BOUND and FOUNDATIONS journals, now offered together as her Emotional Safety Bundle.—
Reem Raouda,
CNBC,
8 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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Lucy Dickins, who has been co-head of WME’s contemporary music and touring division since 2022 and Adele’s longtime agent, is stepping down from her role, according to an internal memo from co‑chairman Christian Muirhead obtained by Variety.—
Jem Aswad,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
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The relaunch effort also leaned on the cultural touchpoints that fueled the brand’s early popularity—including music, motorsport and street culture—while boosting the brand’s contemporary social media visibility.—
Alexandra Harrell,
Sourcing Journal,
6 Mar. 2026
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Kiani is the founder and executive chair of Willow Laboratories and the former chair and CEO of Masimo.—
Ashley Mackin Solomon,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
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Once the deal closes, most Maplewood production will shift to Half Acre, according to Ari Megalis, head distiller and co-founder of Maplewood.—
Robert Channick,
Chicago Tribune,
11 Mar. 2026
Adjective
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This spring, total comfort doesn't have to be at odds with looking fashionable.—
Antonio Fuentes,
Glamour,
10 Mar. 2026
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The pleated crewneck and button-up details add a fashionable twist.—
Jacquelyn Smith,
Parents,
10 Mar. 2026
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“Designer.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/designer. Accessed 11 Mar. 2026.
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