OBJECTS Synonyms: 173 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

plural of object

as in things

something material that can be perceived by the senses I kept tripping over countless little objects scattered about the darkened room

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as in entities

one that has a real and independent existence trying to determine whether communication with the dead is an object for study, a hoax, or a figment of the imagination

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nonentities

as in purposes

something that one hopes or intends to accomplish the object of this course is to teach you algebra

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verb

present tense third-person singular of object

as in protests

to present an opposing opinion or argument they objected to the conductor's insistence that their train tickets were not valid

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The great physicist Albert Einstein had predicted in his theory of gravity an equivalence principle, which the scientists wondered, applied to quantum objects as well. — Ameya Paleja, Interesting Engineering, 2 Sep. 2026 This time round, Horvat is on to something even more deliciously odd with a study that mashes together grief, matrimonial disharmony, the alien nature of mathematical minds, and desire’s wild pursuit of obscure objects. — Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 2 Sep. 2026 Other astronomers have questioned whether the current definition goes far enough, particularly as researchers discover rogue planets, brown dwarfs and other unusual objects that blur the boundaries between planets, moons and stars. — Anthony Thompson, USA Today, 26 Aug. 2026 Artwork, objects, and textures should reflect you, not a theme. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 26 Aug. 2026 First and foremost is, roughly, that thou shalt not think about ordinary objects presently whizzing through ordinary space. — Quanta Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026 According to prosecutors, the male in the case has supposedly been involved with illegally trading the relevant objects since 2013; it was ordered that a little over $30 million be confiscated from him. — News Desk, Artforum, 26 Aug. 2026 Unitree's product lineup spans bipedal humanoid robots that can walk and manipulate objects with dexterous hands, as well as four-legged robots used for tasks such as hazard detection. — Jenny Lee, CNBC, 19 Aug. 2026 Super Zoom is better at capturing predictable items, such as objects and animals with consistent shapes and details that AI can more easily interpret. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 19 Aug. 2026

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Roberts disagreed with the majority of his colleagues about whether the National Trust for Historic Preservation – which objects to the design of the ballroom – can meet the legal standard for showing it would be sufficiently harmed by the project. — Maureen Groppe, USA Today, 2 Sep. 2026 Back then, Pluto was classified as a full planet, but the discovery of 1992 QB-1, as well as Kuiper Belt objects even larger than Pluto found later, raised questions about Pluto's status. — Tariq Malik, Space.com, 30 Aug. 2026 The telescope is set to transform our understanding of the cosmos—from the furthest reaches and most mysterious forces, to the planets and stars that make up our own galaxy and even objects in our solar system. — Claire Cameron, Scientific American, 30 Aug. 2026 Unless, of course, your Dad, King Charles — Canada’s technical head of state — really objects. — Rachel Marsden, Hartford Courant, 28 Aug. 2026 This is not the first time that objects – and even corpses – have been uncovered due to melting ice. — Sophie Tanno, CNN Money, 27 Aug. 2026 In nature, chaos appears in systems like turbulent water and the weather — situations where objects that start close together quickly end up in drastically different places. — Shalma Wegsman, Quanta Magazine, 12 Aug. 2026 Some find these works and objects amusing or exciting, but others are deeply troubled by them. — Literary Hub, 12 Aug. 2026 The same person who owns a $50 million painting may also have furniture, jewelry, design, watches, coins, or objects worth a fraction of that amount. — Daniel Cassady, ARTnews.com, 5 Aug. 2026

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Noun

You could be tempted to dismiss a creative venture or categorize a social invite as frivolous, all because there are more productive things to do.

— Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 2 Sep. 2026
The curved back is another nice touch that keeps things modern and fresh.

— Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of things

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Since September 2025, 18 law enforcement entities, including county sheriffs offices and city police agencies, have requested money for about 440 license plate readers through the State Board of Immigration Enforcement’s grant program.

— Ana Goñi-Lessan, Miami Herald, 2 Sep. 2026
Years spent reviewing the financial controls of government entities as an external auditor, followed by service on boards and audit committees across several industries, taught a lesson that has outlasted every subsequent role.

— Amer Al Ahbabi, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026

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Copycat protests sprang up in other major Indian cities—Kolkata, Mumbai and Patna—lending the Gen Z protests the aura of a nationwide youth resistance that would humble Modi and force his education minister to resign.

— Asim Ali, Time, 1 Aug. 2026
Protest Passion Project The Climb was first unveiled by Beta Cinema at the European Film Market in February 2022, with Delevingne (Carnival Row) attached as a daredevil climber who protests against oil drilling in the Arctic by ascending The Shard.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 3 June 2026

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Transporting these items is repetitive and physically demanding work that can take nurses and other employees away from clinical responsibilities.

— Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 30 Aug. 2026
From travel dresses to a lightweight sweater, here are 14 items from Quince’s Workwear Edit that would look great on you on your next flight, starting at $20.

— Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

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Buprenorphine is especially useful for reducing opioid withdrawal and craving while providing some protection against the effects of more powerful opioid substances.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
Some undergo cosmetic procedures and reportedly inject their bodies with peptides, testosterone, and other substances that enhance their physiques.

— José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 27 Aug. 2026

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Boise’s City Council on Tuesday denied an appeal from the Cathedral of the Rockies seeking to pave a parking area adjacent to its North End church, dealing a blow to an application that pit arguments of religious freedom against municipal goals.

— Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 3 Sep. 2026
One of the goals behind the Lele pop-up for Uditi, who grew up in Caserta, outside of Naples, was to highlight the cuisine of his native Campania.

— Margy Rochlin, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

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Changes in Water Pressure Ragsdale’s antenna immediately goes up when a homeowner complains about low water pressure.

— Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 20 Aug. 2026
Shannon basically complains so much that Jenn, a sweet baby angel straight from a Hallmark Christmas movie, offers to change rooms with her.

— Brian Moylan, Vulture, 14 Aug. 2026

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“Objects.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/objects. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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