NOTES Synonyms: 390 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of note

as in remarks

to make a statement of one's opinion I'd like to note that I don't care for that tone of voice

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Relevance

as in records

to make a written note of a waitress hurriedly noting our orders

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as in notices

to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes note the artist's rendering of the trees, how their leaves seem to dance in the wind

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as in mentions

to make reference to or speak about briefly but specifically the lecturer noted several sources where listeners could go for further information

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as in follows

to take notice of and be guided by please note that the office will be closed tomorrow

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notes

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noun

plural of note

as in memos

a usually brief written reminder I'll make a note to myself so I don't forget to pick up some milk on the way home

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as in letters

a message on paper from one person or group to another write a friendly note to the neighbors asking them to keep the noise down

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as in cries

a natural vocal sound made by an animal can you distinguish between the notes of the whippoorwill and the mockingbird?

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as in bills

a piece of printed paper used as money in the United States will you be paying in coins or notes?

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as in auras

a special quality or impression associated with something spoke with a note of irritation in her voice

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as in reputations

overall quality as seen or judged by people in general a writer of note among readers of modern poetry

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as in comments

a briefly expressed opinion let me read a few notes I jotted down while you were auditioning

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as in features

something that sets apart an individual from others of the same kind an intense, full-bodied red wine with all of the spicy notes for which that grape variety is famous

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Recent Examples of notes

Verb

As Scott Manley notes in a recent video, cooling is the most significant issue that would-be space data center operators must solve. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 15 July 2026 Deadline also notes that Sam Elliott and Andy Garcia would factor into future salary negotiations, since they were added to the main cast in season 2. — Brayden Garcia, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 15 July 2026 Only about 5% of Americans hit that daily fiber target, Adeyemo notes. — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026 There is no watchdog for any of it, notes Timothy Fong, co-director of the UCLA Gambling Studies Program. — Cerys Davies, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026 Joyce notes a statement that still appears on Tiny’s website about its approach to the Letterboxd investment. — Dade Hayes, Deadline, 14 July 2026 The smoke from the fires could pose an air pollution problem periodically over the next 10 days, Masters notes. — Andrea Thompson, Scientific American, 14 July 2026 Clinical guidance notes that luteal phase deficiency may be associated with infertility and recurrent pregnancy loss, although its diagnosis remains complex and debated in practice. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 14 July 2026 As TechCrunch notes, the update is now rolling out following an email to customers last month. — Jibin Joseph, PC Magazine, 8 July 2026

Noun

Past cyclosporiasis outbreaks have been linked to bagged salad mixes and kits, fresh cilantro, fresh basil, raspberries, snow peas, and green onions, MDHHS notes. — Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 14 July 2026 The new sauce features a savory Parmesan blend with subtle notes of lemon and garlic, bringing classic Caesar flavor to sandwiches, wraps, and even McCrispy Strips as a dipping sauce. — Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 14 July 2026 And as Jones notes, much of that is due to the actors who’ve thrown themselves into the characters, thorns and all. — Hannah Giorgis Yohannes, Vanity Fair, 13 July 2026 Low piano notes gather tentatively; sostenuto woodwinds hover just above ground level; a rainstick adds contour and shading. — Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 13 July 2026 Neill replies, while Goldblum plays the famous notes on a grand piano. — Adam England, PEOPLE, 13 July 2026 In a departure from her urbano and alternative leanings blended with notes of R&B, the six-song EP was a straightforward, traditional salsa offering that featured a collaboration with Venezuelan salsa hybrid band Rawayana on the title track. — Carlos De Loera, Los Angeles Times, 13 July 2026 Look for notes of vanilla, graham cracker, caramel, and toasted grain, and it was bottled at a lower 103 proof. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 13 July 2026 The voice recording option can be used for work meetings, interviews, or quick voice notes. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 13 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for notes

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Trump has also continued to claim Democrats are trying to rig or cheat in the upcoming election, remarks that have faced rebukes from members of his own party.

— Ana Ceballos Follow, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026
Attendees seemed keen to squeeze as much networking as possible out of the gala, often chatting with their associates and neighbors during speakers’ remarks.

— Jared Perlo, NBC news, 6 June 2026

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What the 2023 Sleep Study Found The research by Haibin Li and Frank Qian analyzed data from the National Health Interview Survey (1997-2018), linked to National Death Index records through December 31, 2019.

— Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 15 July 2026
But now, a study published in Ecology and Evolution records the predation of frogs by a family of harvestmen (Opiliones), suggesting that such ecological interactions may be more widespread than previously thought.

— Jay Kakade July 13, New Atlas, 14 July 2026

Definition of records

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Your analytical eye notices small details that make a big impression, while your modest warmth invites genuine connection without forcing it.

— Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 9 July 2026
When no one owns that decision, certification decays quietly, and the signal stops being reliable long before anyone notices.

— Jay Limburn, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

Definition of notices

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Lilting piano follows her through the darkness of the castle’s chambers.

— Erik Kain, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
L'Opéra follows a similar arc—restaurant first, festivities later—while Pablo Saint-Tropez on Place des Lices leans into a more unapologetic disco energy, with a 1970s playlist, mirror balls, and a crowd that reliably knows how to use a dance floor.

— Karli Poliziani, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026

Definition of follows

Noun

The bank records seen by the Herald do not contain corresponding memos that describe the purpose of the fund transfers.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
After one of the memos was leaked, prompting outrage, the justification was eventually withdrawn.

— Marie-Rose Sheinerman, The Atlantic, 6 July 2026

Definition of memos

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Arriaga’s relative brought her to Hemphill’s practice, Cuddle Kids Dental Care, after a teacher at Arriaga’s preschool suggested the girl might have a tongue tie due to her having issues with pronouncing certain letters, according to the warrant.

— Lillie Davidson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 July 2026
Some speculated that the letters were due to an internal technical error at the DMV or related to the department’s use of AI.

— Clara Harter, Los Angeles Times, 15 July 2026

Definition of letters

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As the bodies were returned to their families, cries echoed through the neighborhood.

— ABC News, ABC News, 1 July 2026
The other was a tearing beauty, a creature so lovely that one look at her sent young men’s blood pressure skyward and set them to uttering wild, hoarse cries and tearing telephone directories apart with the bare hands.

— John Madson, Outdoor Life, 1 July 2026