MODULAR Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

modular

adjective

Definition of modular

as in movable

having parts that can be connected or combined in different ways In many offices, desks are separated by modular walls that can be moved around.

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Recent Examples of modular Because a robot cannot yet dress itself, zippers, snaps, magnets and detachable modular pieces make each garment easy to put on, remove and maintain. — Sj Studio, Footwear News, 2 July 2026 The modular design also supports flexible storage durations of 1, 2, 4, 6 and 8 hours. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 2 July 2026 Better repair policies, modular upgrades and longer vendor accountability can reduce e-waste far more effectively than sustainability branding alone. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 They can be scaled in modular increments from single digit to hundreds of megawatts. — Vinod Khosla, Fortune, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for modular

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Adjective

And that’s where Musk somehow is just able to be this movable lightning rod that can do financial alchemy, but then also this attention alchemy.

— Charlie Warzel, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026
Their trailers, which are in most cases cemented to the ground and movable only at a five-figure expense, are their primary assets.

— Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026

Definition of movable

Adjective

One degree with flexible hours for mid-level professionals is now under the new limits.

— Andrew Khouri, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026
The aim is to create digital assets that are flexible enough to be used over and over in lots of different ways, whether in movies, video games, advertising, or interactive projects.

— Joy Press, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026

Definition of flexible

Adjective

The shorts also have a zipper and flap pocket on either hip to store your small belongings, and it’s built with an elastic waistband and drawstring for an adjustable fit.

— Olivia Dubyak, Travel + Leisure, 5 July 2026
To keep up with the fast-moving aerial acts, the app features an adjustable countdown timer set to the official schedule.

— Alexandra Koch, FOXNews.com, 4 July 2026

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