EARMARKS Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of earmark

as in dedicates

to keep or intend for a special purpose the earnings from my second job have been earmarked for a down payment on a car

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noun

plural of earmark

as in characteristics

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Recent Examples of earmarks

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Instead of turning off this flow of free money, how about the city simply earmarks existing taxes on these properties to create an affordable housing fund? — U T Readers, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 Nov. 2025 Josephides earmarks the Greek island of Samos as one of the next destinations to go through this cycle. — Julia Buckley, CNN Money, 19 Aug. 2025

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The Act 152 program was established in 2021 and dedicates $15 from each county deed transfer to a demolition fund that targets blight throughout Allegheny County.

— Gabby Sartori, USA Today, 29 July 2026
Manduka yoga mat pros Manduka dedicates itself to helping the environment in any way possible.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 14 July 2026

Definition of dedicates

Noun

Hoyos said the move was made because Rios Novo, who was Miami’s starter during its MLS Cup championship run, has characteristics that better suit the team’s playing style.

— Michelle Kaufman, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
The five points of the star represent the characteristics of a good citizen, which are fortitude, loyalty, righteousness, prudence, and broadmindedness.

— Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026

Definition of characteristics

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Advertisement Kim gladly devotes himself to a quiet life as a father and office worker, and the SMD leaves him alone.

— Kayti Burt, Time, 27 July 2026
The New Evidence also devotes time to the defense theory that Laci encountered the burglars who robbed the home of across-the-street neighbors Rudy and Susan Medina.

— Declan Gallagher, Entertainment Weekly, 18 July 2026

Definition of devotes

Noun

But the current facility lacks features like a gymnasium, an outdoor soccer field and an auditorium, which Stewart said are important for a well-rounded educational environment.

— Chris Higgins, Kansas City Star, 1 Aug. 2026
The licensed players and NIL concept revived the college game, but complicated features like this beloved one.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of features

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The lyrics may be sparse with fashion references, but Charli saves plenty of room for clothes in the 42-minute companion film released alongside the album.

— Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 31 July 2026
The show followed Buffy Summers, played by Sarah Michelle Gellar, as a high school student who also saves the world from vampires and demons.

— Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 31 July 2026

Definition of saves

Noun

Getting there defied logic and demanded resilience, traits that have defined this club during a chaotic season.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026
The Leadership Blind Spot Of Identity Lag The traits that make a great leader can also set the stage for physical decline.

— Julian Hayes II, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026

Definition of traits

Noun

While most conventional theories predict that these stores will not be as successful as hoped, this experiment has never been tried in a place like New York City, which has unique attributes.

— Nathan Goldman, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
The duo are among the side’s most consistent, reliable performers – and both have the attributes to slot in at wingback comfortably.

— Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 28 July 2026

Definition of attributes

Noun

The company operates approximately 8,000 hotels across more than 100 countries, with roughly 6,000 properties in North America.

— Jeff Fromm, Forbes.com, 2 Aug. 2026
In a video on Facebook, a motorist canvassed the streets of Indian Trail as fires consumed properties and cars on both sides of the road.

— Dennis Romero, NBC news, 2 Aug. 2026

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