SLIVERS Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

slivers 1 of 2

noun

plural of sliver

as in shards

a small flat piece separated from a whole I got a sliver of wood stuck in my finger

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slivers

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of sliver

as in slices

to cut into long slender pieces carefully slivered the rattan stems into strips for basketry

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Recent Examples of slivers

Noun

But embedded in nights such as Tuesday are slivers and morsels of hope and optimism. — Justice Delos Santos, Mercury News, 9 Sep. 2026 According to reports, Brinkley would inject slivers of Billy goat gonads into human scrotums as a cure for impotence. — Richard Wagoner, Daily News, 7 Sep. 2026 The play was a microcosm of the ability Harvey showcased during his rookie season to turn small slivers of space into big plays. — Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 4 Sep. 2026 Although the wealthy Gulf oil states and small slivers of Arab elites flourished within this system, for most people the American order meant only violence, hopelessness, and deprivation. — Marc Lynch, Foreign Affairs, 18 Aug. 2026 Combining the compelling crunch and taste of a macaroon cookie with slivers of chocolate in a dreamy churn, Toasted Coconut Chip won Flavor of the Year in 2026. — Nancy Vienneau, Southern Living, 15 Aug. 2026 This flaky white fish looks like a gourmet dish when served over a bed of couscous and dressed with mixed greens and colorful radish slivers. — Jasmine Thompson, Midwest Living, 25 July 2026 This white and pink ombré set is elevated with gold slivers to outline each nail. — Daisy Maldonado, InStyle, 15 June 2026 Arranged over the top are dollops of crema and slivers of pickled yellow squash. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 11 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for slivers

Noun

Smoke continued to rise from the twisted shards of metal, while the remains of the World Trade Center smoldered in a massive pile.

— Sophia Leone, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Once the drop trap — a simple wire cage triggered by yanking on a cord — is set up with an enticing mix of sardines and shards of roast chicken on a cardboard tray inside, everyone moves out of sight behind massive logs a few yards away.

— Adam Tschorn, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of shards

Verb

You may already be accustomed to changing channels frequently, since the NFL eagerly slices up its schedule across multiple networks.

— Jason Cohen, PC Magazine, 8 Sep. 2026
That line slices the plane into two halves, one of which will contain two corners of the outer triangle (the bottom half in the figure below).

— Jack Murtagh, Scientific American, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of slices

Noun

The burger will drip all over your fries, which are included and cut like pickle chips.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 Sep. 2026
Another signature drink is the CC Martini, vodka-based with black peppercorn and olive brine, and primed to pair well with the chips-and-caviar snack from Rodriguez’s menu.

— Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 25 Sep. 2026

Definition of chips

Noun

In the Krasnodar region, Ukrainian drone fragments sparked a brief fire on the premises of an industrial facility, regional emergency officials said.

— ABC News, ABC News, 24 Sep. 2026
The disk fragments as the neutron star passes further into the densest region of the river of plasma.

— Robert Lea, Space.com, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of fragments

Noun

Parmesan and red pepper flakes finish the job, making this easy kale pasta savory, spicy, and deeply satisfying—the kind of 30-minutes-or-less dinner that earns a spot in the weeknight rotation.

— Carla Lalli Music, Bon Appetit Magazine, 21 Sep. 2026
Glycerin, propanediol, and hyaluronic acid draw in moisture to keep dry skin looking smooth and bouncy, while emollients soften skin and prevent the formula from catching on flakes.

— Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of flakes

Noun

Speaking in the October/November issue of Reader’s Digest, out Friday, Groban told interviewer Leigh Belz Ray (who is also the 104-year-old magazine’s editor in chief) that he was cautioned that the comedy bits might confuse some fans of his music.

— Paul Grein, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026
Both Carrie Ann and Derek praise Guillermo for committing to the character of the dance instead of comedy bits.

— Maggie Fremont, Vulture, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of bits

Noun

The storm scraps flights, concerts and sports events The storm forced a change of plans for many people.

— Matthew Mulligan, NBC news, 26 Sep. 2026
Trash cans filled with food scraps are a welcome feast for household pests like roaches, flies, and ants, but a countertop compost bin is a simple way to stop attracting them in the first place.

— Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 25 Sep. 2026

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