Synonyms of instances

instances 1 of 2

noun

plural of instance

as in examples

one of a group or collection that shows what the whole is like

this is just one instance of his repeated failure to do what he promised

Synonyms & Similar Words

• examples
• specimens
• samples
• cases
• illustrations
• indications
• prototypes
• representatives
• exemplifications
• exemplars
• cases in point
• paradigms
• manifestations
• archetypes
• cross sections
• evidences
• signs
• classics
• loci classici
• microcosms

instances

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of instance

1

as in cites

to give as an example

instanced one particular incident as an illustration of their penchant for practical jokes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cites
• mentions
• references
• quotes
• adduces
• sources
• specifies
• represents
• illustrates
• documents
• exemplifies
• refers (to)
• names
• touches (on or upon)
• bears out
• corroborates
• adverts (to)
• validates
• substantiates

2

as in mentions

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically

instanced the latest astronomical research in her presentation on measuring star magnitude

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mentions
• cites
• notices
• specifies
• quotes
• notes
• indicates
• names
• refers (to)
• suggests
• touches (on or upon)
• implies
• explains
• adverts (to)
• introduces
• drops
• points (out)
• infers
• signals
• intimates
• announces
• alludes (to)
• pronounces
• hints (at)
• intends
• publishes
• signifies
• clarifies
• designates
• sounds
• worms
• denominates
• spells out
• declares
• broadcasts
• advertises
• brings up
• interposes
• proclaims
• interjects
• interpolates
• infiltrates
• insinuates
• clears (up)
• broaches
• explicates
• publicizes
• elucidates

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignores
• neglects
• passes over
• forgets
• disregards
• overlooks
• slights
• overpasses

3

as in illustrates

to show or make clear by using examples

instanced the hero's moral courage with several examples from the novel

Synonyms & Similar Words

• illustrates
• demonstrates
• explains
• exemplifies
• mentions
• cites
• specifies
• quotes
• details
• analyzes
• clarifies
• names
• adduces
• interprets
• lists
• spells out
• clears (up)
• expounds
• enumerates
• explicates
• construes
• simplifies
• breaks down
• elucidates
• illuminates
• edifies
• enlightens

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• obscures
• clouds
• blurs
• darkens
• puzzles
• confuses
• beclouds
• fogs
• muddies
• perplexes

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of instances

Noun

State officials said the isolated instances of noncitizens voting, if accurate, are not evidence of widespread voter fraud. — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 20 Oct. 2026

In other instances, loan officers are being pressured by their bosses to convince people to refi. — Lew Sichelman, Miami Herald, 20 Oct. 2026

This appears to be one of many unfortunate instances across the country where congressional offices have received mail containing unknown, suspicious substances. — Olivia Young, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

In an effort to ensure instances of true neglect don’t fall through the cracks, state laws typically use vague language. — Jennifer L. Brinkley, The Conversation, 19 Oct. 2026

Luckily, the best online engagement ring retailers offer warranties against manufacturing defects which guarantee no-cost repairs or store credit in certain instances, not to mention complimentary return periods. — Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 19 Oct. 2026

Further instances of moderate flooding are likely during Monday’s high tides and a similar rhythm of issues will continue through at least midweek. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026

But beyond that particular case, the suit says, the agents and analysts had a diversity of career experience, including expertise in the counterintelligence threat from Iran and instances of helping recover American hostages held abroad. — Arkansas Online, 16 Oct. 2026

These players want the opportunity to return to college, even though their college careers are over, and in some instances, the players have signed with professional teams. — Michael McCann, Sportico.com, 16 Oct. 2026