1
as in accessories
something that is not necessary in itself but adds to the convenience or performance of the main piece of equipment
a slew of options that would add several thousand dollars to the base price of the car
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in choices
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
you will have the option to select one of several quite different health insurance plans
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of options
Starting wings Moses Moody and Jimmy Butler are expected to miss the majority of the season with knee injuries, while Draymond Green, Al Horford and De’Anthony Melton could decline their player options.
—
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The Heat could also add Conwell to its 15-man roster by using a standard contract, with a few different options to sign him in this scenario.
—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
The apartments will be reserved for households earning between 30% and 70% of the area’s median income, providing affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income residents.
—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Michelle Del Rey Food at the fair was a significant expense for attendees, with options limited on kickoff day.
—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Our expert take The Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card is one of the most rewarding options for earning cash back in categories such as entertainment and dining without paying an annual fee.
—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Many organizations are meeting on Wednesday morning to discuss other options for your bikes.
—
Brian Sherrod,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Four season ticket options are available for games at Mac Nease Baseball Park at Russ Chandler Stadium.
—
Fisher Isbell,
AJC.com,
24 June 2026
Buffalo would have plenty of options.
—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Joseph Dycus,
Mercury News,
25 June 2026
The Heat could also add Conwell to its 15-man roster by using a standard contract, with a few different options to sign him in this scenario.
—
Anthony Chiang,
Miami Herald,
25 June 2026
The apartments will be reserved for households earning between 30% and 70% of the area’s median income, providing affordable housing options for low- and moderate-income residents.
—
Nicole Buss,
Sacbee.com,
25 June 2026
Michelle Del Rey Food at the fair was a significant expense for attendees, with options limited on kickoff day.
—
Zac Anderson,
USA Today,
25 June 2026
Our expert take The Capital One Savor Cash Rewards Credit Card is one of the most rewarding options for earning cash back in categories such as entertainment and dining without paying an annual fee.
—
Jasmin Suknanan,
CNBC,
24 June 2026
Many organizations are meeting on Wednesday morning to discuss other options for your bikes.
—
Brian Sherrod,
CBS News,
24 June 2026
Four season ticket options are available for games at Mac Nease Baseball Park at Russ Chandler Stadium.
—
Fisher Isbell,
AJC.com,
24 June 2026
Buffalo would have plenty of options.
—
Matthew Fairburn,
New York Times,
24 June 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for options
Noun
-
That means all of the cookware, kitchen tools, grilling gadgets, baking accessories, and cleaning supplies on sale will come in handy well before the winter holidays hit.
-
Cardi has not kept her obsession with luxury accessories a secret.
Noun
-
The 34-year-old democratic socialist's choices were pitted against House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, also of New York, in what will likely be viewed as a big and successful early test at establishing a new faction within the national party.
-
May said the outcome reflects the consequences of the choices made that night.
Noun
-
If time permits, lock your home upon departure and disconnect utilities and appliances.
-
Electronics, up 120% compared to average daily sales in June; appliances, up 90%; tools and home improvement, up 70%; home and garden, up 65%; and furniture and bedding, up 55%.
Noun
-
For some at-home converts, knowing exactly what is in their polish, and being able to choose alternatives, is part of the appeal.
-
Some are exploring alternatives, including relocating to other countries, such as Canada, while waiting for clarity on their status.
Noun
-
The study measured stated preferences and intentions online, so future work could test cost per wear in actual stores to observe real shopping behavior.
-
Challenges across the industry include supply chain volatility, quality consistency in made-to-order models, and meeting diverse body types and cultural preferences.
Noun
-
There are no plans to continue any projects, whether that's with Netflix and books, that would talk about his family in similar ways.
-
Its flavors and customs and ways of living are revealed to us over dinner or even a simple morning coffee.
Cite this Entry
“Options.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/options. Accessed 2 Jul. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
