PLASTER Synonyms: 95 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈpla-stər

Definition of plaster

as in dressing

a medicated covering used to heal an injury put a plaster on the burn and don't touch it

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verb

as in to nail

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Recent Examples of plaster

Noun

The spiral staircase and walls are covered with clay plaster by Clayworks, and travertine is floors are a constant throughout. — Valentina Raggi, Architectural Digest, 21 July 2026 The gambrel-roof’s shingles were pegged into roof beams rather than nailed, and the lath that held its plaster walls together was woven in place rather than nailed, according to an architectural survey of the county. — Mark Price july 17, Charlotte Observer, 17 July 2026

Verb

Her face was plastered across television screens and the front pages of newspapers. — Windsor Johnston, NPR, 25 May 2026 Matty Cash, not grooving but with a beer in hand and a grin plastered across his face, stopped to speak. — Eduardo Tansley, New York Times, 22 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for plaster

Recent Examples of Synonyms for plaster

Noun

This salad is a complete meal, with the chicken, croutons, and lettuce all prepared on the grill, then topped with a fantastic creamy dressing.

— Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026
The actress is a master of method dressing, consistently tying her press tour looks to her film roles through thoughtful custom designs and vintage fashion references.

— Shelby Comroe, InStyle, 25 July 2026

Definition of dressing

Verb

Most anti-theft bags lean practical first and stylish second, but this Vantamo crescent bag nails both equally.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 25 July 2026
Below, find the best of the trending, minimalist ’90s nails to see you through summer into fall, and the pictures to show your nail artist.

— Lorena Meouchi, Vogue, 23 July 2026

Definition of nail

Noun

To finish, the server will build a tableside Hong Kong Milk Tea Tiramisu, with milk tea mascarpone Chantilly cream and lady fingers, served with a cup of subtle Hong Kong milk tea.

— Connie Ogle July 31, Miami Herald, 31 July 2026
This category also encompasses creams or pastes—essentially anything that can be passed through with a butter knife—from common travel necessities like shampoo, face wash, and sunscreen; to toothpaste, hairspray, and even peanut butter.

— Rachel Chang, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of cream

Verb

Cara Mangini spoons these luscious tomatoes over crostini that she’s smeared with goat cheese or ricotta, then tops each with extra basil.

— Ginger Crichton, Midwest Living, 18 July 2026
Excessive oil can clog the cloth’s fibers and smear grime across your stainless steel, creating unsightly streaks and residue.

— Kate Van Pelt, The Spruce, 15 July 2026

Definition of smear

Verb

April is financial literacy month, which means consumers will be barraged with articles and programs designed to promote personal finance education.

— Leah Locke, Boston Herald, 20 Apr. 2026
Each character has totally justified and totally unjustified reasons for resenting one another, and the sensation of absorbing those contrasting opinions is like being in a stuck bumper car, barraged and battered from all sides.

— Roxana Hadadi, Vulture, 16 Apr. 2026

Definition of barrage

Noun

Make a thick paste of baking soda and water and apply a poultice to the stain.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 26 June 2026
These three ingredients were then incorporated into the hammam sessions that preceded my treatments, which included a Vietnamese massage, an herbal poultice therapy, and cupping.

— Christina Liao, Vogue, 23 Apr. 2026

Definition of poultice

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