ENTRANCE Synonyms: 56 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈen-trən(t)s

Definition of entrance

as in access

the means or right of entering or participating in entrance to the club is by invitation only

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Relevance

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as in doorway

the opening through which one can enter or leave a structure when you come, use the entrance on the right side of the building

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entrance

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verb

in-ˈtran(t)s

as in to transport

to fill with overwhelming emotion (as wonder or delight) a production of The Nutcracker ballet that will entrance audiences

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Recent Examples of entrance

Noun

Footage from the scene of the church attack showed three gunmen opening fire at the entrance of the Hamoud Greek Orthodox church in the Jordanian district of Karak, before storming in. — Aoife Walsh, Washington Post, 27 Oct. 2026 Although the entrance was barricaded by a refrigerator and a couch, Gentry found a way inside and all three hostages were saved without injury, Mekosch said. — Shambhavi Rimal, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 Oct. 2026

Verb

Bat is entranced by the instruction manual written in many languages, while Snake finds endless imaginative uses for the box itself. — Caroline Carlson, Literary Hub, 1 Sep. 2026 Peter Flinckenberg’s lively lensing and engagement with the distinctive light conditions of the location add an entrancing glow to the proceedings. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 18 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for entrance

Recent Examples of Synonyms for entrance

Noun

One small disappointment was the lack of access to the loft in my deluxe studio, tucked so high under the shed roof that it was deemed unsafe to allow guests access by ladder.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 29 Oct. 2026
Governments hostile to the United States, notably China, have sought to establish seemingly legitimate business and academic relationships to gain access to proprietary information.

— Sam Mullins, Foreign Affairs, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of access

Verb

The researchers envision a continuous separation system in which lithium-rich solutions pass through membranes that preferentially transport lithium ions.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
Audiobooks combine compelling storytelling with expressive narration that can transport listeners to another world.

— Theara Coleman, TheWeek, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of transport

Noun

Its stores open for eight to 10 weeks a year, but planning for next Halloween starts before this year’s doors close.

— Catherina Gioino, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
But in the eight years since that location opened its doors, the brand has grown, and the mall has evolved from small art galleries into a vintage mecca.

— Max Berlinger, Vogue, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of door

Verb

But there's no confirmed international launch either, so I wouldn't get carried away just yet.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 22 Oct. 2026
Once night falls and the Delta breeze carries away any remaining daytime warmth, climbing becomes a far more enjoyable experience.

— Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of carry away

Noun

This contract marks Veolia’s entry into the full-scale carbon capture market and reinforces its commitment to accelerating industrial decarbonization and environmental security through innovative technology.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
Entry-level categories Speaking of footwear, shoes are emerging as a key category for luxury, offering an entry point for customers.

— Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of entry

Verb

Susan Saint James, the Emmy-winning actress who delighted TV viewers with her light-hearted turns on The Name of the Game, McMillan & Wife and Kate & Allie before quitting at the peak of her powers, has died.

— Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 27 Oct. 2026
His designs continue to delight and inspire through his use of pattern, textures and color that now goes beyond signature knitwear.

— Emily Mercer, Footwear News, 27 Oct. 2026

Definition of delight

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