ROOT (FOR) Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

root (for)

verb

Definition of root (for)

as in to rise (to)

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Verb

The plaintiffs maintain the decision was made unlawfully, as Congress has not approved the project.

— David Zimmermann, The Washington Examiner, 11 Nov. 2026
During that time, the city would not accept, process, or approve new applications for rezoning or permits for data centers in Fort Worth.

— Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of approve

Verb

Stevens lost the August Democratic Senate primary to el Sayed by less than a percentage point but endorsed him immediately after.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 3 Nov. 2026
The feud accelerated over the closing weeks of the campaign when Cenk Uygur’s Rebellion PAC began running the anti-Israel ad that would eventually convince Stevens to endorse Rogers.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of endorse

Verb

Howard County officials are recommending major changes to how police and emergency responders handle mental health and disability-related crises following the deadly police shooting of a 25-year-old man with autism.

— CBS Baltimore, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026
The board also recommended that commissioners ban the sale of rabbits in an effort to reduce the number of unwanted pets dropped off at shelters.

— Martin E. Comas, The Orlando Sentinel, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of recommend

Verb

San Jose Sharks coach Ryan Warsofsky, after losing to the Senators on Saturday, called them the best team his team has faced all season, commending them for being fast, competitive and connected.

— Julian McKenzie, New York Times, 5 Nov. 2026
It was not known why the anchor failed, but the heavy snowstorm was not a direct factor, according to the statement, which commended the college students for their love of the outdoors and preparation for the climbing trip.

— ABC News, ABC News, 4 Nov. 2026

Definition of commend

Verb

The Sagittarius Moon favors privacy and a chance to let your mind wander.

— Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 11 Nov. 2026
Prior to her dramatic chop, Fahy favored mid-length blond locks, which the actress typically styled in loose waves or occasionally a straight middle part.

— Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 10 Nov. 2026

Definition of favor

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