SOLID Synonyms: 288 Similar and Opposite Words

solid

adjective

ˈsä-ləd

Definition of solid

as in logical

based on sound reasoning or information the only solid conclusion that the jury could have reached

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as in hard

having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure the ice cream is too solid to scoop right now

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as in self

having or consisting of a single color both kittens are black, but one has a solid coat and the other has a few white patches

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as in strong

not showing weakness or uncertainty some people see a solid handshake as a sign of strong character

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as in reliable

worthy of one's trust a solid source of information to reporters

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Recent Examples of solid If the operational aspect isn’t solid, even the best AI tool will just replicate existing inconsistencies and errors. — John Gronen, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026 That roof and the Nugget Twin it tops have officially launched to give Nugget buyers a new winter-ready camper van option with four solid walls and space for four people. — New Atlas, 23 Sep. 2026 Without solid credit, becoming a homeowner may be that much more challenging. — Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 23 Sep. 2026 To stay undefeated, Heights took down solid Mansfield Legacy and Alvarado squads. — Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for solid

Recent Examples of Synonyms for solid

Adjective

That work, first demonstrated at 12 logical qubits, extends directly into today’s result, as per the release.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026
As of July 2026, the current record is just under 100 logical qubits.

— Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 22 Sep. 2026

Definition of logical

Adjective

An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.

— Pam McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2023
The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.

— Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2013

Definition of self

Adjective

No reasonable person looking at her case would have called her a threat to anyone.

— Don Bacon, Washington Post, 25 Sep. 2026
Defense lawyer Dameka Davis told the jury prosecutors failed at the first task of a murder trial — to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the victim was dead.

— Rafael Olmeda, Sun Sentinel, 24 Sep. 2026

Definition of reasonable

Adjective

After a Duncanville three-and-out, North Crowley quarterback Jacob Torres threw downfield to Mays, who made a catch through stiff coverage, barely staying in bounds for a 20-yard score.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Sep. 2026
President Joe Biden’s administration shows that attempts to turn the page on fascist criminality without imposing stiff legal consequences will only result in the far right coming back stronger and more radicalized.

— Voice of the People, New York Daily News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of stiff

Adjective

Different views on the topic Bianco’s legal team argued that the sheriff had a duty to investigate a complaint alleging discrepancies in the election and had acted lawfully after obtaining search warrants from a neutral magistrate.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
Much like white, navy blue is a classic, timeless color that offers a deep neutral contrast to black or gray doors without sacrificing a sophisticated look.

— The Spruce, The Spruce, 25 Sep. 2026