MESSES Synonyms: 314 Similar and Opposite Words

messes 1 of 2

noun

plural of mess

as in jumbles

a state in which everything is out of order the bachelor party had left the house in a total mess

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as in meals

food eaten or prepared for eating at one time a mess of oatmeal

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as in horrors

something unpleasant to look at the car was a mess after the accident

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visions

as in loads

a considerable amount an unexpected Super Bowl loss that unleashed a whole mess of finger-pointing and second-guessing

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messes

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verb

present tense third-person singular of mess

as in interferes

to interest oneself in what is not one's concern please don't mess with me while I'm trying to concentrate

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Recent Examples of messes

Noun

Additionally, different types of enzymes (and thus, enzyme cleaners) are best suited for different messes. — Caroline Lubinsky, Martha Stewart, 3 Aug. 2026 The organization, which is responsible for cleaning up the messes after superhero battles, has something that Jean wants locked inside a vault. — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 July 2026 For tougher messes, letting the baking sheet soak in hot, soapy water for 10 to 20 minutes beforehand can make the job even easier. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 29 July 2026 Droves of shoppers just bought this over-door organizer that maximizes storage space without taking up a ton of room, and another lot of customers went after this lightweight cordless vacuum that doubles as a handheld for floor-to-ceiling messes. — Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 18 July 2026 Make sure to do this over the sink or outside to prevent messes! — Nicole Harris, Parents, 18 July 2026 According to Knoll, this tool alone may remove up to 90% of messes. — Brittany Vanderbill, Better Homes & Gardens, 15 July 2026 Tesla, for example, charges users $50 for moderate messes such as food spills or significant dirt. — Bloomberg, Mercury News, 14 July 2026 This might lead you to opt for flooring that shows fewer scuffs, scratches, and messes. — Melissa Epifano, The Spruce, 12 July 2026

Verb

Ships, like airplanes, are designed with fluid dynamics in mind, and biofoul seriously messes that up. — David Goldman, CNN Money, 23 June 2026 From pet hair to crumbs, this Shark handheld cordless vacuum cleaner can tackle messes large and small, thanks to strong suction and a self-cleaning brush that resists pet hair accumulation. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 27 May 2026 Like that series, this movie messes with your mind by taking full advantage of creepy backroom spaces. — Randy Myers, Mercury News, 23 May 2026 When Kristi tells her this place messes with your mind, Mari tells her this is different. — Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 17 May 2026 But pollen also messes with sleep, ups the risk of sinus infections, causes people to miss school and work, and can pose more serious dangers. — Keerti Gopal, ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026 This rug can stand up to all your pets’ messes with its durable fibers that are easy to spot-clean. — Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 16 Apr. 2026 The latter may be tied to iron deficiency from irregular periods, plus the drop in estrogen, which messes with the dopamine activity that regulates muscle control. — Erica Sloan, SELF, 24 Mar. 2026 Each has a meltdown worthy of a telenovela, messes with the crime scene and hours later the police are called. — Los Angeles Times, 20 Jan. 2026

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Arches and natural bridges sweep like buttresses from jumbles of rock, giving this landscape a mystical, cathedral-like quality.

— Madison Chapman, Outside, 25 Mar. 2026
Macaroons are chewy jumbles of coconut bound together with egg whites and sweetened condensed milk.

— Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 10 Feb. 2026

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While custom living room shelving houses an impressive book collection, the kitchen is stocked with all the essentials needed to prepare meals of any scale.

— Madeline Weinfield, Architectural Digest, 30 July 2026
The origins of the potluck One of the first references to large communal meals where every attendee contributed is in the Bible.

— Shoshi Parks, Popular Science, 30 July 2026

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Most notably, the release of Twain’s 2011 memoir From This Moment On opened the floodgates on the Twain family’s house of horrors.

— Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 31 July 2026
As fresh waves of troops continue to be exposed to the horrors of war, Odysseus’ trauma also continues to hit home.

— Amy S. Badura-Brack, The Conversation, 30 July 2026

Definition of horrors

Verb

Here’s when to watch and how to catch the best views before bright moonlight interferes.

— Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 July 2026
If Damascus interferes in Lebanon, sectarian violence could follow, as the Syrian military presence would likely be interpreted as direct opposition to Hezbollah’s Shiite fighters.

— Mireille Rebeiz, The Conversation, 18 June 2026

Definition of interferes

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The Avici hell is the lowest and most terrible level of the eight hot hells of Buddhism, where those who’ve committed serious crimes (like parricide) must face constant suffering.

— Regina Kim, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
Smith stays largely mum on the news of the day, be that Kirk’s killing, or ICE raids, or whatever hells await in the coming weeks.

— Sam Kestenbaum, Vulture, 2 Jan. 2026

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As always, menus are subject to change throughout the two months of the promotion.

— Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
The visitor experience includes the immersive visual experience learning the history and interactive exhibitions that showcase precious collections that the family has preserved, such as archives, books and menus involving Château Haut-Brion.

— Yuri Shima, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026

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Milošević, in her UFC debut, earned a $100,000 performance bonus for her dominant victory, quickly setting her sights on future fights in the 135-pound division.

— Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 5 Aug. 2026
Now, after entering Europe in 2023 with a London store, the brand has its sights on further international expansion, in brand awareness and distribution, with Europe first in line.

— Lucy Maguire, Vogue, 4 Aug. 2026