Synonyms of objects

objects 1 of 2

noun

plural of object

1

as in things

something material that can be perceived by the senses

I kept tripping over countless little objects scattered about the darkened room

Synonyms & Similar Words

• things
• items
• pieces
• entities
• substances
• articles
• commodities
• wares
• goods
• beings
• baubles
• tokens
• accessories
• knickknacks
• trinkets
• novelties
• accompaniments
• curios
• ornamentals
• gewgaws
• thingamajigs
• spangles
• thingummies
• thingamabobs
• dinguses
• doohickeys
• gauds
• whatnots
• whatchamacallits

2

as in entities

one that has a real and independent existence

trying to determine whether communication with the dead is an object for study, a hoax, or a figment of the imagination

Synonyms & Similar Words

• entities
• things
• substances
• realities
• individuals
• commodities
• beings
• individualities
• existents
• subjects
• bodies
• integers
• materials
• matters
• quantities
• stuff

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• nonentities

3

as in purposes

something that one hopes or intends to accomplish

the object of this course is to teach you algebra

Synonyms & Similar Words

• purposes
• goals
• plans
• ideas
• objectives
• aims
• intentions
• things
• intents
• ambitions
• dreams
• meanings
• aspirations
• targets
• designs
• points
• ideals
• pretensions
• projects
• bournes
• marks
• ends
• hopes
• desires
• schemes
• wishes
• minds
• destinations
• plots
• holy grails
• grails
• nirvanas
• termini

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• means
• methods
• ways

objects

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of object

as in protests

to present an opposing opinion or argument

they objected to the conductor's insistence that their train tickets were not valid

Synonyms & Similar Words

• protests
• complains
• excepts
• kicks
• takes issue
• expostulates
• takes exception
• conflicts
• remonstrates (with)
• demurs
• sticks
• whines
• debates
• challenges
• moans
• quarrels
• fights
• disputes
• rebels
• quibbles
• squabbles
• criticizes
• wrangles
• bitches
• dares
• crabs
• cavils
• gripes
• gags
• grouses
• beefs
• screams
• repines
• squawks
• murmurs
• hassles
• grumbles
• balks
• squeals
• growls
• defies
• nags
• withstands
• wails
• demonstrates
• whinges
• censures
• mutters
• maunders
• yowls
• hollers
• bellyaches
• grouches
• disobeys
• whimpers
• caterwauls
• bleats
• keens
• denounces
• yammers
• carps
• grumps
• fusses
• grizzles
• yawps
• croaks

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• approves
• accepts
• sanctions
• minds
• follows
• agrees
• conforms
• observes
• obeys
• advocates
• supports
• adheres
• complies
• maintains
• sustains
• defends
• assents
• accedes
• upholds
• acquiesces
• cheers
• champions
• commends
• applauds

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of objects

Noun

Hard kills encompass nets, interceptors, bullets and other objects that physically take drones out of action in midair. — Zita Ballinger Fletcher, Forbes.com, 30 July 2026

The design can grasp an impressive variety of objects that often challenge conventional robotic hands. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 29 July 2026

The piece foreshadows Saar’s penchant for transforming common items into near-mystical objects with seemingly simple flourishes that belie complex themes. — Jessica Gelt, Los Angeles Times, 28 July 2026

At one point, Mbedu’s main character becomes embedded with purple crystal-like objects that seem to enhance or unlock her powers. — Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 28 July 2026

The 1990s saw the introduction into her assemblages of new, meaningful objects, chief among them the washboard, signifier of domestic labor. — News Desk, Artforum, 28 July 2026

They were repatriated through cooperation between Indonesia’s Culture Ministry and the FBI after provenance research established the objects had been smuggled out of Indonesia, Zon said. — ABC News, 23 July 2026

The sale eclipses the previous auction record for one of his design objects, set when a Fish Lamp sold for $239,400 at Phillips New York in 2021. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 22 July 2026

Space objects are built from a range of materials that may be hazardous. — Leonard David, Space.com, 22 July 2026

Verb

Once the agents agree, SceneSmith adds the physics that control how objects move and react. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 23 July 2026

As required by law, the siblings subsequently both placed ads in the Los Angeles Daily Journal once a week for four consecutive weeks in June and July, giving anyone who objects to the possible change a chance to register their objection. — Alli Rosenbloom, CNN Money, 16 July 2026

Walker objects to the Commission’s position that AI assistants need greater access to Android. — Ryan Whitwam, ArsTechnica, 16 July 2026

Warm objects emit electromagnetic radiation, or light, because their atoms and molecules are constantly vibrating. — Vahe Peroomian, The Conversation, 13 July 2026

If the landlord objects, a court hearing will be held to determine if the renter meets the criteria. — Cuyler Dunn, Kansas City Star, 10 July 2026

Instead, the court clerk should be allowed to administratively issue the charging order with the court holding a hearing only if somebody objects. — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026

The path to chair-making, funnily enough, began with the wood itself—his discovery that objects could be made straight from the log, free of wooden boards and power tools. — Jeanne Malle, Air Mail, 4 July 2026

The North Dakota library is also the place to see iconic Teddy Roosevelt objects. — Andrew McKean, Outdoor Life, 2 July 2026