IRON Synonyms: 139 Similar and Opposite Words

iron 1 of 3

noun

Definition of iron

as in sand

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iron

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adjective

as in solid

not showing weakness or uncertainty he had an iron determination to succeed in on Wall Street

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iron

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verb

as in to tie

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Recent Examples of iron

Noun

Iran countered that one of its commercial vessels carrying a cargo of iron had been struck, killing one seafarer and injuring three others. — Tim Lister, CNN Money, 27 July 2026 For instance, some B vitamins (thiamin, riboflavin, niacin, folic acid) and iron are added back, but fiber is not. — Randi Gollin, Martha Stewart, 26 July 2026

Adjective

Preventing Minnesota from issuing non-iron mining permits to bad actors who have violated specific international laws, such as corruption and bribery or natural resource destruction. — Mary Murphy, Twin Cities, 17 Apr. 2026 This non-iron chino pant from Charles Tyrwhitt is guaranteed to always look its best, even with minimal care. — Christian Gollayan, Men's Health, 6 Mar. 2023

Verb

This refers to how much iron your body uses. — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 19 May 2026 Rather than wasting precious vacation time ironing everything in your suitcase, do yourself a favor and check out the savings available on wrinkle-free travel clothes ahead of your next trip. — Mia Huelsbeck, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for iron

Recent Examples of Synonyms for iron

Noun

Several inches of sand fill the front row of Aliso Beach's parking lot after surf coupled with high tides pounded the Orange County shore.

— Michele Gile, CBS News, 31 July 2026
The ability to walk from your bed to the sand and stare at the sea is the star of the show here.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of sand

Adjective

Randy Dobnak impresses again While Collins led the way offensively, the Royals got a solid effort from right-handed starting pitcher Randy Dobnak.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 24 July 2026
In Galecki’s family room, the largest pieces are solid colors, including a blue velvet sofa, a yellow chair and a brown leather chair.

— Ryan Brennan, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026

Definition of solid

Verb

After Saturday’s 7-2 loss to the San Diego Padres, the Marlins tied a franchise record with 11 straight losses.

— Tyler M. Carmona, Miami Herald, 26 July 2026
His game-tying two-run home run in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 1 of the World Series is the greatest moment in the history of the franchise.

— Mac Engel July 26, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 26 July 2026

Definition of tie

Noun

In a sport where mental fortitude is vital, checking in with herself is second nature for Merhige and preventing burnout is a core objective.

— Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 21 July 2026
Just as worrisome, though the Times has the resources and fortitude to withstand this pressure, the same may not be true of other news organizations.

— Ruth Marcus, New Yorker, 18 July 2026

Definition of fortitude

Adjective

The outdoorsy traveler hiking the gorges in Crete or the trails in Andros should bring a pair of sturdy shoes, a hat for sun protection, and tons of SPF.

— Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 27 July 2026
December 22 – January 19 A home or family issue may need a sturdier foundation, not another temporary fix.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 26 July 2026

Definition of sturdy

Verb

Rolling around inside my coffin would be a gigantic ball of hair trussed by a Möbius strip of fingernail.

— Esther Yi, New Yorker, 14 June 2026
Identifying this early and applying corrective action (Osmose’s wood preserving chemicals and structural reinforcements like trussing) enables longer lifetimes, thereby preserving capital and minimizing power disruptions.

— Sabbir Rangwala, Forbes.com, 12 Jan. 2026

Definition of truss

Noun

That team is something that will always be special — a special group of guys who had the grit and truly knew how to grind it out no matter what the circumstances were.

— Tim Britton, New York Times, 24 July 2026
Authenticity in business, much like a pearl forming from grit, transforms challenges into valuable outcomes.

— ByKaren R. McDaniel, Forbes.com, 21 July 2026

Definition of grit

Adjective

This is a strong day to pitch, perform, flirt, draft, or share something that feels alive.

— Tarot.com, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 July 2026
While heavy foreign equity selling earlier this year weighed on the won, Goldman said those outflows have slowed, allowing the currency's strong external fundamentals to reassert themselves.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 27 July 2026

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