INSET Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

inset 1 of 2

noun

Definition of inset

as in diagram

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verb

as in to insert

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Recent Examples of inset

Noun

Lots of other pre-war features to like, such as the archways and the inset curio-cabinet. — Katie McDonough, Curbed, 4 May 2026 The chef’s kitchen includes full-height marble countertops and backsplash, a Wolf and Sub-Zero appliance suite and Wood Mode full-inset cabinets. — Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026

Verb

The gourmet kitchen has inset cabinetry, beam ceilings, an expansive island, a professional six-burner dual-oven range, dual dishwashers and a custom pizza oven. — Kaitlyn Keegan, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2026 In this case study, it is assumed that in order to minimize racking costs the modules are mounted vertically directly on the top 80% of the existing noise barriers (see image inset). — Joshua Pearce, Forbes.com, 10 Jan. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inset

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Noun

Students could then be assigned a diagram of the water cycle with missing labels; filling in the blanks on the diagram offers them a hands-on activity to reinforce the information in the quiz.

— Hannah Nwoko, Parents, 7 July 2026
Now, yes, staring at the ceiling long enough to draw you a diagram of the paint peeling.

— Danielle Parker, CBS News, 30 June 2026

Definition of diagram

Noun

After Manny Machado made an out on a foul ball behind the plate, Gavin Sheets walked to bring in a run and France followed with a sacrifice fly before Jake Cronenworth flied out to end the inning.

— Kevin Acee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026
Then, Carroll grounded into a fielder’s choice in front of the plate and reached first safely, with an errant throw by Rushing allowing Perdomo to reach third.

— Joaquin Ruiz, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2026

Definition of plate

Verb

The two programs most likely to keep someone fed and covered for psychiatric care were cut in the same bill, to the same population, at the same time.

— Cole Hanson, STAT, 16 July 2026
Apparently, Lonnie hasn’t made a cut in seven years, a remarkable level of futility especially given that the show can’t even commit to suggesting that Lonnie’s game is spectacularly bad.

— Daniel Fienberg, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026

Definition of cut in

Noun

Teams have regularly used short and outswinging corners, too, as the graphic below shows.

— Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Others are using it for advanced tasks, such as coding, automation or data analysis; job applications, including resumes and cover letters; or creative work, such as graphics, campaigns and content, according to the research.

— Lorie Konish, CNBC, 13 July 2026

Definition of graphic

Verb

Their replacement — clearly marked control panels for lighting and electric curtains, now inlaid in the wall — are one of the modern comforts and conveniences Jouin and Manku discussed.

— Carrie Bell, Forbes.com, 11 June 2026
Inside, terrazzo floors are inlaid with shapes evoking movie spotlights, while canopy supports are designed like searchlights.

— Chris Dong, Travel + Leisure, 20 May 2026

Definition of inlay

Noun

In a flourish of dramatic irony usually reserved for Greek tragedies and Titanic retellings, the guide opens with an illustration in the style of a CPN, proudly proclaiming the genre’s longevity.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 13 July 2026
Paint to paper, needle to thread—like couture, fashion illustration is a discipline of the hand.

— Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 13 July 2026

Definition of illustration

Verb

To create this upper deck, Westfalia installs what appears from outside to be a half-length roof rack in front of the pop-up.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 15 July 2026
Seventy feet above our heads was a steel rigging grid that can hold 221 tons of screens, robotics, and acrobats, elements that Romain’s team installs each day from scratch.

— Max Marshall, Vanity Fair, 15 July 2026

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