INSETTED 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

Once again, the rest of the silhouette is printed in black, as the brand marks are either inset or protruding from the pattern. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 The lace inset details add a romantic touch, and the body-skimming midi cut works nicely in a more formal setting. — Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 10 May 2026

Verb

However, some people find two-wheel luggage more durable since the two wheels are usually inset further than four-wheel luggage. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 May 2026 Will inset cabinets increase the value of your home? — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 25 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for inset

Recent Examples of Synonyms for inset

Noun

So not much is going to change, just a different voice in my ear and maybe just a different diagram on the play sheet.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 8 Sep. 2026
The results — displayed in rows of blurry squiggles on the radar diagrams — showed more than 100 distinct graves beneath the small-dog park, with more likely located underneath the road, where GPR could not reach.

— Oliver Wu, Rolling Stone, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of diagram

Verb

Now, Neal and the rest of the Khoslas have inserted themselves into that community as the fourth ownership group in franchise history.

— Andrew Destin, New York Times, 9 Sep. 2026
The Atlanta Falcons’ quarterback situation is inconsistent, snake-bitten or insert your description here.

— Ryan Gaydos OutKick, FOXNews.com, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of insert

Noun

In 573 plate appearances, William Contreras has hit 14 long balls, tallied 74 RBIs and scored 73 runs.

— Data Skrive, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
From sunset on—when the night comes alive amidst dazzling skyline lights—the space is complete with a seafood-forward small plates menu showing French, Spanish, and Portuguese influences, complemented by a list of natural wines and craft cocktails.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of plate

Verb

The primary targets for cuts in science are NASA’s funding for operating missions, especially those well beyond their original design lives, and support for partnerships on international missions.

— Stephen Clark, ArsTechnica, 10 Sep. 2026
Annual admissions exceeded 200 million before COVID-19 but were cut in half last year.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of cut in

Noun

Iren's neocloud contracts are now valued at $15 to $20 per watt or higher, depending on their duration and the extent of graphics processing unit generation, among other factors, per JPMorgan.

— Liz Napolitano, CNBC, 14 Sep. 2026
So the graphics can show that a player is offside, but not offside enough to be penalised.

— Graham Scott, New York Times, 14 Sep. 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

Its collection deliberately defies conventional boundaries between fine and popular art, placing painting and sculpture alongside illustration, comics, photography, and cinema.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 11 Sep. 2026
MasterCard and Visa cards are seen in this illustration photo taken in Krakow, Poland on March 29, 2024.

— Evelyn Cheng, CNBC, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of illustration

Verb

Boston’s Logan airport is spending $110 million, mostly in federal dollars, to install EMAS at an airport that ends near Boston Harbor.

— Douglas Hanks, Miami Herald, 9 Sep. 2026
Peel and stick wall panels are the easiest to install, but easy on doesn’t guarantee easy off.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 8 Sep. 2026

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