DEVICES Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

devices

noun

plural of device

as in tendency

a habitual attraction to some activity or thing left to her own devices she'd eat at a fast-food restaurant every night of the week

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Recent Examples of devices These devices, and more than a dozen others, are included in the latest update of STAT’s Breakthrough Device Tracker, which since 2022 has captured nearly 800 devices reported to have FDA breakthrough status. — Katie Palmer, STAT, 29 Sep. 2026 The Chinese list of US products that will be subject to lower tariffs covers 1,619 items, including corn, wheat, frozen meat, seafood, wood products, cosmetics and medical devices, according to a list published by the White House. — Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 28 Sep. 2026 Consumer-grade devices are a different story, especially around the eyes. — Hanna Wickes, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2026 Beijing will also look to reduce levies on American fish and seafood, logs and wood products, cosmetics and medical devices. — Reuters, NBC news, 28 Sep. 2026 Why red light wearables now include pet care Pet devices typically run from $300 to $700. — Hanna Wickes, Charlotte Observer, 28 Sep. 2026 By adjusting the concentration of ions and the thickness of the ionogel, the team created devices with different response speeds. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Sep. 2026 Haptics are the responsive vibrations in devices that give the feel of touch. — Jim Cramer, CNBC, 28 Sep. 2026 The second half is a lifetime AdGuard Family Plan covering 9 devices. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 28 Sep. 2026

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Noun

The perfect cup of coffee with Kevin Costner After reading prior interviews Costner had done with other outlets, one thing felt surprising given the actor's tendency toward the ruggedly handsome, cowboy archetype.

— Kelsey Legg, ABC News, 28 Sep. 2026
Not as praiseworthy is a tendency to dislike being told what to do, and in proving a point, to not only cut off their nose to spite their face but to lop off their heads as well.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of tendency

Noun

But their aptitude and affection for the sport would be passed down through two different families in two different states, from one generation to the next, before reaching Luke and his brothers.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 17 Sep. 2026
Training can improve technique and consistency, but leaders should also be honest about the role of natural aptitude.

— Matthew Darienzo, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of aptitude

Noun

And a lot of the time, people who have these kinds of inclinations towards children are people who were children who were abused themselves.

— CT Jones, Rolling Stone, 25 Sep. 2026
If all goes according to plan, Electron will launch the Owlright, Owlright, Owlright payload into a 37-degree orbital inclination, for deployment at a LEO altitude of 347 miles (559 kilometers).

— Josh Dinner, Space.com, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of inclination

Noun

With its affinities for isolation and, at times, imposing scale, Land art conjures archaeology and the geological sublime—vast expanses of space and time.

— Jeffrey Weiss, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
Her affinity for fashion might be part of the reason she was tapped for the upcoming season of Peacock’s super-popular competition show The Traitors.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of affinity

Noun

With the Moon in your sign opposing Venus in your partnership zone, affection could feel wonderful one minute and intrusive the next.

— Tarot.com, Baltimore Sun, 29 Sep. 2026
Inside, the hotel's affection for old Florida reveals itself one detail at a time.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Sep. 2026

Definition of affection

Noun

The impulses and outcomes of police work follow a choreographic sensibility as well.

— Sophie Landres, Artforum, 1 Oct. 2026
The great revelation of the exhibition is Jafa’s early work, which begins the impulse toward horror seen throughout his more recent work.

— Alex Greenberger, ARTnews.com, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of impulse

Noun

But even if Waldron’s disposition does not give off Master of the Universe vibes, his resumé certainly does.

— Morgan Chittum, Fortune, 1 Oct. 2026
This disposition that will serve the character well in the valleys of despair the story will soon unexpectedly plunge her into.

— Ritesh Mehta, IndieWire, 15 Sep. 2026

Definition of disposition

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