Synonyms of instructions

instructions

noun

plural of instruction

as in directions

a statement of what to do that must be obeyed by those concerned

needed an administrative assistant who was good at following instructions

Synonyms & Similar Words

• directions
• orders
• edicts
• directives
• dos
• commandments
• injunctions
• commands
• words
• requirements
• decrees
• dictates
• imperatives
• charges
• behests
• demands
• rules
• laws
• mandates
• regulations
• prescriptions
• precepts
• statutes
• ordinances
• prescripts
• counterorders
• countermands

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• appeals
• recommendations
• petitions
• pleas
• proposals
• suggestions
• urgings
• entreaties

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of instructions

Consult the product’s label for how to dilute the cleaner and follow the instructions for removing stains. — Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 July 2026

For instructions on how to get the integration up and running, head to 1Password’s documentation page. — Will McCurdy, PC Magazine, 18 July 2026

The files included instructions for how to make the S-300 missile system, a centerpiece of Russia’s air defenses inherited from the Soviet Union. — Simon Shuster, The Atlantic, 17 July 2026

The budget resolution has a top line of $95 billion in spending, and does not include instructions for offsets, a sore point for fiscal hawks who oppose spending without budgetary cuts to reduce spending levels. — Hailey Bullis, The Washington Examiner, 17 July 2026

In a social media post, Schwab, who is running for the Republican nomination for governor, said ballots had already been sent out with instructions that there was no grace period. — Cuyler Dunn, Kansas City Star, 17 July 2026

Full instructions and mailing addresses are available on the USPS website. — Camila Pedrosa, Sacbee.com, 17 July 2026

During an evacuation, passengers are encouraged to keep their phones away, as stopping to record or take photos could cause further delays and distract passengers from important instructions. — Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

Successful applicants will receive follow-up instructions on how to complete their purchase and pick up their watch at a Swatch store. — Saman Shafiq, USA Today, 17 July 2026