INTAKE Synonyms: 13 Similar and Opposite Words

intake

noun

ˈin-ˌtāk

Definition of intake next

as in input

matter that is fed into something the intake on that paper shredder is limited to five sheets at a time

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Recent Examples of intake Heavy encrustations of golden mussels have blocked pipes in municipal and industrial water intakes, which has necessitated costly biofouling removal. —

Julia Jacobo, ABC News, 1 May 2026 The growing adoption of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic and Wegovy, are partially responsible for consumers’ interest in upping their protein and fiber intakes. —

Amelia Lucas, CNBC, 1 May 2026 That’s the point where public water intakes, recreation and other uses could be impacted if a lake drops below it. —

Charlotte Observer, 1 May 2026 Ingber also points to a mismatch between intake and output as a red flag. —

Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 1 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for intake

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input

Noun

Although gas prices rely far less on Middle Eastern oil than plastics and other distillates like jet fuel, crude oil remains the biggest input, and that’s starting to rise steadily again – up 20% in less than two weeks.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 1 May 2026
District leaders said the plan was developed over more than a year with input from a citizen steering committee and dozens of public meetings.

— Steven Rosenbaum, CBS News, 1 May 2026