EXTANT Synonyms: 81 Similar and Opposite Words

extant

adjective

ˈek-stənt

Definition of extant

as in existing

having being at the present time a celebrated author who is generally regarded as America's greatest novelist extant

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as in current

existing or in progress right now when people envisage the future, they often base their predictions on the assumption that extant trends will continue indefinitely

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Recent Examples of extant Despite the game’s authenticity to real pinball, Space Cadet wasn’t based on an extant physical table, but was merely one part of the Full Tilt! — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 26 May 2026 Armed with his mandate, Lawrence-Bullard started the design ball rolling by eliminating the apartment's extant 12 rooms in favor of two loftlike open floors connected by a spiral staircase. — Nancy Collins, Architectural Digest, 19 May 2026 Enter Magnanti, who had spent more than four years studying Bede’s history and was compiling a catalog of extant copies. — Andrea Rosa, Los Angeles Times, 18 May 2026 Enter Magnanti, who had spent over four years studying Bede's history and was compiling a catalog of extant copies. — CBS News, 17 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for extant

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Adjective

The report noted, though, that 371 of those miles, or 81%, replaced pre-existing barriers, while only 87 miles of wall were constructed where no barriers previously existed.

— Connor Greene, Time, 6 Aug. 2026
The two people who died had pre-existing conditions, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) said on Monday.

— Bailey Richards, PEOPLE, 5 Aug. 2026

Definition of existing

Adjective

By adjusting the electron-trapping layer, the researchers could tune the device’s current recovery time across an approximately fivefold range.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 8 Aug. 2026
Though the current main building was erected in 1902, part of the Old City Hall, which dates to 1845, was incorporated into it.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 8 Aug. 2026

Definition of current

Adjective

Being a Cameroonian or African artist in 2026 means, first and foremost, living and working on a continent where artistic infrastructure is virtually non-existent.

— Robbie Griffiths, NPR, 9 Aug. 2026
The instructions directed employees to install a non-existent Python package from PyPI.

— Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026

Definition of existent

Adjective

The wardrobes, however spacious, were creaky; none of the typical five-star tech touches are present—no Nespresso machine, no Dyson hair dryer, no in-wall USB outlets, though there is a charging dock.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Aug. 2026
Archaeologist Alfred Lucas, who was part of Howard Carter’s team which excavated the tomb and present at the time, was reportedly hospitalized from the shock of it.

— Sheena McKenzie, CNN Money, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of present

Adjective

Secret Service officials have also highlighted threats against Trump from foreign actors, including Iran—amid the ongoing war.

— Antonio Pequeño IV, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
The investigation remains ongoing, and the case has been presented to the district attorney for consideration.

— Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 5 Aug. 2026