1
as in voicing
to make known (as an idea, emotion, or opinion)
in a true democracy, a person can freely express his or her views
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in squeezing
to apply external pressure on so as to force out the juice or contents of
except as a fun event at festivals, nowadays people do not make wine by expressing grapes with their feet
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in signifying
to communicate or convey (as an idea) to the mind
an upraised thumb is now universally recognized as a gesture expressing approval or encouragement
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in saying
to convey in appropriate or telling terms
could you express your opinion of the book in words a little more precise than "lousy"?
Synonyms & Similar Words
5
as in embodying
to represent in visible form
towering spires express in glass and steel the optimism of the age
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of expressing
Some union leaders for health care workers with Allina released a statement upon the announcement of this deal expressing some concerns.
—
Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The shooting unleashed a stream of political reaction, with Republicans quick to blame Pritzker and his fellow Democrats for championing the state’s sanctuary policies, using them as a political cudgel in expressing outrage over Gorman’s killing.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
In confessional, Dorit says that what Kyle is expressing is not concern or group consensus.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
The father of a man killed in a shooting at a Queens bar earlier this week is mourning the loss of his youngest child, while also expressing empathy for his killers.
—Doug Williams, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
There’s a lot of boundaries being pushed, a lot of people expressing new ideas.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
Several Americans trying to flee the Middle East amid the United States war with Iran are expressing their frustrations with the State Department's efforts to get them out of the region.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Courtesy Ricardo Martinez Martinez and Gordon's petition had garnered local attention, with about 3,000 signatures and residents expressing concern over the fate of Blondie’s two cubs, by the time Blondie was euthanized.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Advocates aren’t alone in expressing frustration with Ladapo and the agency.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Imani Cruzen, Twin Cities, 28 Mar. 2026
The shooting unleashed a stream of political reaction, with Republicans quick to blame Pritzker and his fellow Democrats for championing the state’s sanctuary policies, using them as a political cudgel in expressing outrage over Gorman’s killing.
—Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
In confessional, Dorit says that what Kyle is expressing is not concern or group consensus.
—Brian Moylan, Vulture, 27 Mar. 2026
The father of a man killed in a shooting at a Queens bar earlier this week is mourning the loss of his youngest child, while also expressing empathy for his killers.
—Doug Williams, CBS News, 27 Mar. 2026
There’s a lot of boundaries being pushed, a lot of people expressing new ideas.
—Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 27 Mar. 2026
Several Americans trying to flee the Middle East amid the United States war with Iran are expressing their frustrations with the State Department's efforts to get them out of the region.
—Francesca Chambers, USA Today, 27 Mar. 2026
Courtesy Ricardo Martinez Martinez and Gordon's petition had garnered local attention, with about 3,000 signatures and residents expressing concern over the fate of Blondie’s two cubs, by the time Blondie was euthanized.
—Isabel Yip, NBC news, 27 Mar. 2026
Advocates aren’t alone in expressing frustration with Ladapo and the agency.
—Anthony Man, Sun Sentinel, 21 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for expressing
Verb
-
From Georgia to Arizona, residents are voicing concerns about costs, infrastructure, zoning and ethical issues.—
Brittney Melton,
NPR,
23 Mar. 2026
-
Hurley approached John Gaffney and got his chest next to the official’s right shoulder while voicing his displeasure.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
21 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Serve with garlic toasts and lemon wedges for squeezing over if desired.—
Rebecca Firkser,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
25 Mar. 2026
-
Photos and video show the explorers squeezing through jagged crevices deep inside the karsts, using flashlights to guide them further along an otherwise pitch-black maze of rocky burrows.—
Emily Mae Czachor,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Kyle Farmer and Dominic Smith each signed a one-year split contract Saturday, signifying both will be in the clubhouse Friday at Truist Park when the team opens the season against the Royals.—
Chad Bishop,
AJC.com,
23 Mar. 2026
-
Reviews have been mixed, with some critics embracing Gyllenhaal’s bold vision and others dismissing it as a whole lot of sound and fury, signifying zilch.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
6 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
One whistleblower previously raised concerns about training for ICE deportation agents being cut, saying in a Congressional testimony that instruction for incoming agents was slashed in an effort to increase recruitment to increase arrests.—
Sasha Rogelberg,
Fortune,
23 Mar. 2026
-
Clement rejected that assertion by Jackson, saying that regardless of how the justices rule in this case, Congress can always pass a new law reversing the finding because the Supreme Court is presently just interpreting whether existing law preempts state late mail ballot laws.—
Jack Birle,
The Washington Examiner,
23 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
There may not be a team embodying the discrepancy between record and reality more than the New Orleans Pelicans, home base for the ever-so polarizing talent that is Zion Williamson, plus a hodgepodge of rangy, versatile athletes at all five positions.—
Kristian Winfield,
New York Daily News,
25 Mar. 2026
-
That is the theme these Bruins are embodying.—
Aaron Heisen,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
Along with valid photo identification, occupants must also provide a statement from a licensed physician stating that a permanent disability severely limits aspects of their daily lives.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
28 Mar. 2026
-
Reuters first reported on the breach March 27, stating that a Justice Department official confirmed the breach and said material published online appeared to be authentic.—
Aysha Bagchi,
USA Today,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
After a late night on Thursday, there wasn't a whole lot of time for the Illini to celebrate their crushing 35-point win over Penn before starting to prepare for VCU, with a spot in the Sweet 16 on the line.—
Ryan Baker,
CBS News,
21 Mar. 2026
-
The movie explores a few unique forms that extraterrestrial life could take, from space microorganisms that produce both infrared light and an unfathomable amount of energy, to rocklike aliens that live under crushing pressure and breathe ammonia.—
Mary Magnuson,
The Conversation,
20 Mar. 2026
Verb
-
In a response posted to social media, Kennedy hit back at the pediatrics academy's criticism, implying that corporate pharmaceutical funders influenced the organization's views.—
Mary Walrath-Holdridge,
USA Today,
22 Mar. 2026
-
Futures market pricing is implying almost no chance of a rate cut, according to the CME Group's FedWatch gauge.—
Jessica Dickler,
CNBC,
12 Mar. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Expressing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/expressing. Accessed 29 Mar. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
