as in comparable
resembling or being like another in meaning
The words used to describe the book were synonymous with "excellent."
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Recent Examples of synonymous
Cole Haan Marlee Fisherman Sandals Fisherman sandals seem to be synonymous with summer in France, and nearly every brand from Sézane to Celine showcases a new style each season.
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Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Yeoh made her start in the martial arts genre, becoming synonymous with the best of Hong Kong action by leading films like Yes, Madam (1985), Magnificent Warriors (1987), and Wing Chun (1994).
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
Perry Ellis is a brand that has become synonymous with American fashion — and has a legacy to match.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Bluebeard has been practically synonymous with destination dining in Indianapolis since father-son duo Tom and Ed Battista opened the upscale eatery in the Fletcher Place neighborhood in 2012.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 10 Feb. 2026
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Lane Nieset, Travel + Leisure, 15 Feb. 2026
Yeoh made her start in the martial arts genre, becoming synonymous with the best of Hong Kong action by leading films like Yes, Madam (1985), Magnificent Warriors (1987), and Wing Chun (1994).
—Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 14 Feb. 2026
Perry Ellis is a brand that has become synonymous with American fashion — and has a legacy to match.
—Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 13 Feb. 2026
Bluebeard has been practically synonymous with destination dining in Indianapolis since father-son duo Tom and Ed Battista opened the upscale eatery in the Fletcher Place neighborhood in 2012.
—Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 10 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for synonymous
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Regardless, a population of 213 unsheltered homeless people is comparable to, if somewhat higher than, the totals found in unincorporated areas during recent point-in-time counts, a separate method for quantifying the crisis that takes place once a year.—
Blake Nelson,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 Feb. 2026
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The average salary of a state employee in Oklahoma is significantly lower than comparable jobs in other sectors, according to a study by the Office of Management and Enterprise Services.—
Barbara Hoberock,
Oklahoman,
15 Feb. 2026
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Whereas slalom, giant slalom and super-G courses change from race to race, downhill courses tend to stay the same with identical gate placements.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
14 Feb. 2026
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And a proof that was nearly identical to the ninth problem turned out to already exist.—
Joseph Howlett,
Scientific American,
14 Feb. 2026
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“Synonymous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/synonymous. Accessed 18 Feb. 2026.
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