ENTITIES Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

entities

noun

plural of entity

as in objects

one that has a real and independent existence the question of whether extrasensory perception will ever be a scientifically recognized entity

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Recent Examples of entities The entities operating the Guowang and Qianfan satellite constellations, which intend to compete with Starlink, plan to launch nearly 30,000 communications satellites over the next decade or so. — Kathleen Curlee, Foreign Affairs, 14 Oct. 2026 Then, entities like White Circle could possibly form a coalition to help detect AI threats in real time, without suffering from biases. — Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 14 Oct. 2026 To expedite production, states should consider using existing facilities, such as purchasing or leasing space from public, nonprofit, or private entities. — Joel Dodge, STAT, 14 Oct. 2026 Yet government entities aren’t necessarily well positioned either. — Laurent Belsie, Christian Science Monitor, 13 Oct. 2026 One of those entities, Prince Legacy LLC, recently became embroiled in litigation when some of Prince’s heirs sought to fire the managers who had been hired to manage their share of the intellectual property rights. — Naomi Cahn, The Conversation, 12 Oct. 2026 The bloc unveiled its largest sanctions package to date on Monday against entities accused of supporting Russia’s war efforts. — Brendan Ruberry, semafor.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Sales of cars and other types of vehicles to private entities in Cuba are also significant. — Nora Gámez Torres, Miami Herald, 12 Oct. 2026 After ProPublica sent questions to the Pentagon, Kollitides and both A&M entities early this week, A&M Capital said Kollitides had just stopped working there days earlier. — Aaron Davis, ProPublica, 9 Oct. 2026

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Noun

Loewe, meanwhile, continues to approach accessories almost as sculptural objects, featuring highly distinctive shapes and details.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
Its distinct color more closely resembles icy objects in the Kuiper Belt beyond Neptune than its immediate main-belt neighbors.

— Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of objects

Noun

Which brings us back to the list of things that lasted longer than Zacharia’s term as White House Press Secretary.

— Leonard Greene, New York Daily News, 18 Oct. 2026
The wide-leg pants keep things relaxed, and the ruched waist on the knit top adds shape and makes the whole look feel more polished than a standard sweatshirt set.

— Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of things

Noun

Pappas has also supported strict limits on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl substances, or PFAS, which are synthetic chemicals that can be found in an array of consumer products, including clothing, shampoo, electronics, and cleaning products.

— Maydeen Merino, The Washington Examiner, 15 Oct. 2026
In April 2026, the FDA proposed excluding semaglutide, tirzepatide, and liraglutide from the list of bulk drug substances that outsourcing facilities may use for compounding under Section 503B based on clinical need.

— Emma Clapp, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of substances

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Although driver engagement has long been central to the 911 experience, the realities of modern automotive development are making manual transmissions a rare commodity.

— Bradley Iger, Robb Report, 16 Oct. 2026
What begins as a straightforward trip to rehab quickly spirals into a journey packed with mishaps, revelations and unexpected connections, forcing both Lucy and Tim to confront the messy realities of fame, family and recovery.

— Max Goldbart, Deadline, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of realities

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No one wants individuals to lose their jobs, but this suggests there were major inefficiencies within the federal bureaucracy.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 13 Oct. 2026
Eligible individuals may receive 12 months of free credit monitoring and identity restoration support through IDX, depending on the information affected.

— Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 12 Oct. 2026

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