FINDING Synonyms: 103 Similar and Opposite Words

finding 1 of 2

noun

ˈfīn-diŋ

Definition of finding

as in ruling

a decision made by a court or tribunal regarding a case it has heard the evidence supported a finding of unfair bias, and the court entered judgment for the plaintiff

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Relevance

as in discovery

the act or process of sighting or learning the existence of something for the first time the scientists were thrilled with the finding of the new fossil

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finding

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verb

present participle of find

as in discovering

to come upon after searching, study, or effort we finally found the information after searching dozens of Internet sites

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as in encountering

to come upon unexpectedly or by chance hey, I found my notebook!

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Recent Examples of finding

Noun

The Justice Department does not dispute the plaintiffs’ allegations or the judge’s earlier findings. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026 The findings shouldn’t be interpreted to mean that positive thinking alone can improve health. — Lindsay Curtis, Verywell Health, 22 July 2026

Verb

No matter the role, Zendaya has turned method dressing into an art form, consistently finding ways to nod to a character without veering into costume territory. — Amanda Le, InStyle, 23 July 2026 In practice, that means finding improvements by rearranging machines, charting new workflows, and adding automation—not pushing workers to rush. — Shawn Tully, Fortune, 23 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for finding

Recent Examples of Synonyms for finding

Noun

Court rulings on reporter’s privilege have not been favorable.

— Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 18 July 2026
Kessler made clear that the company is most focused on getting a ruling on a preliminary injunction by early September.

— Gene Maddaus, Variety, 17 July 2026

Definition of ruling

Noun

There are a great deal of Nordstrom Anniversary Sale fragrance exclusives, like a Parfums de Marly Signature Fragrance Duo set and a Diptyque eau de parfum and hair mist set, plus discovery and travel sets from Le Labo, Hermès and more.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 July 2026
Maiklem has done more than anyone to give voice to the soulful aspect of mudlarking—its possibilities for escape and discovery at the same time.

— Sam Knight, New Yorker, 17 July 2026

Definition of discovery

Verb

Whether discovering familyrun wineries, exploring historic neighborhoods with local experts, or simply lingering over lunch in a quiet piazza, travelers have the freedom to engage with each destination at their own pace.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 24 July 2026
As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly capable of discovering and exploiting complex vulnerabilities, independent cybersecurity validation becomes even more important.

— Emil Sayegh, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026

Definition of discovering

Verb

Like the book, the movie follows Greek king Odysseus (Matt Damon), who spends 10 years at war and another decade lost at sea, encountering cyclops, sirens and giants along the way.

— Patrick Ryan, USA Today, 18 July 2026
And streaming has introduced Meyers’ films to younger viewers who are encountering them for the first time.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 18 July 2026

Definition of encountering

Noun

Security analysts speculate that many are willing to talk about their bribes to politicians, in hopes of reducing their sentences.

— Mary Beth Sheridan, CNN Money, 25 July 2026
Imamoglu, who represents the CHP, has been imprisoned since March last year and faces criminal cases that could result in decades-long sentences.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 July 2026

Definition of sentence

Verb

The Sacramento County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help locating an at-risk missing 13-year-old last seen early Wednesday morning in the La Riviera neighborhood.

— Reeti Malhotra July 22, Sacbee.com, 22 July 2026
The Boise Police Department is asking for the public’s help in locating a missing teenager.

— Rachel Roberts, Idaho Statesman, 21 July 2026

Definition of locating

Noun

Monro describes its holdings as a family of 16 regional brands, and that word—regional—is the whole game.

— Andrew P. Collins, The Drive, 23 July 2026
Outside ethics groups said the bill leaves intact the very conflicts it is meant to address by allowing lawmakers to keep existing stock holdings.

— Joey Cappelletti, Fortune, 23 July 2026