USES Synonyms: 110 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

Definition of uses

present tense third-person singular of use

as in utilizes

to put into action or service I will need to use the large hammer for this project

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as in treats

to behave toward in a stated way the factory workers were underpaid and poorly used by their employers

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as in leverages

to take unfair advantage of I was paying for everything on our little outing, and I was starting to feel like I was being used

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uses

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noun

plural of use

as in exercises

the act or practice of employing something for a particular purpose the use of boom boxes is strictly prohibited in the park

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as in likes

positive regard for something I have no use for slackers

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Jerry Turner, founder of the nonprofit Jahri's World, uses music, movement and dance to connect with children, including those with disabilities, while bringing families together. — Kayla Moeller, CBS News, 13 Oct. 2026 The fix can be effective for some tasks, analysts say, but uses significantly more electricity. — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026 Meadvin uses reading to broaden his perspectives and protect his mental health. — Sam Birchall, Fortune, 13 Oct. 2026 Topgolf uses VergeOS’s Virtual Data Center offering for multi-tenant segmentation, where each tenant acts like an independent data center. — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 13 Oct. 2026 The manufacturer also uses a CLO zFab Kit to digitize fabrics for 3D garment simulations, according to its website. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026 Based on previous iterations of PAC-3, Edge uses a new seeker system that provides greater precision and maneuverability. — New Atlas, 13 Oct. 2026 The hotel uses a keyless entry system with self-check-in and virtual guest service. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026 The theme uses a colloquial phrase almost like a mathematical function. — Sam Corbin, New York Times, 7 Oct. 2026

Noun

In the meantime, African filmmakers will continue to find uses for AI tools, even as the continent’s digital infrastructure and policy frameworks are forced to play catch-up. — Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026 The measure also identifies keeping streets, parks and other public areas safe and clean as uses for the revenue. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 12 Oct. 2026 Other light-responsive materials that hide and reveal colours illustrate how controlling visibility could have uses beyond body art. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026 Representations and Acknowledgements • Saeed and Molly, the two other junior associates at Taylor & Byrne, seem to be scoping out Johnny for their own uses; Molly, for her part, has already activated some light flirting. — Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 9 Oct. 2026 There could be uses in agriculture as well, for selectively enhancing edible parts of plants, Theriot said. — Quanta Magazine, 9 Oct. 2026 The wet wiping cloths weren’t stored in sanitizing solution between uses. — David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026 It’s already allowed for off-road purposes like farming equipment, such as tractors and combines, as well as construction and heating uses. — Sarah Raza, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026 Today, however, the current uses include drones that help ICE track immigrants, cyber attacks, and mass surveillance. — Emily Zemler, Rolling Stone, 6 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for uses

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Alaska utilizes a top-four primary, in which the four highest vote-getters from the August primary advance to the general election.

— Christian Datoc, The Washington Examiner, 14 Oct. 2026
Chula Vista, which has wholly embraced such technologies, also utilizes AI to write police reports.

— Jakob McWhinney, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of utilizes

Verb

Ventile, developed for the British military in 1943, is a cotton weave that leverages the fabric’s desire to expand when wet; when densely woven, the damp fibers actually create a natural elemental barrier—no weatherproofing chemicals required.

— Daniel Varghese, Time, 15 Oct. 2026
FamilyMart's ad leverages Lady Gaga's non-conformist pop persona to appeal to an increasingly diverse workforce, a retail analyst explained to me.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of leverages

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Within days, the image racked up nearly 500,000 likes, including from peers in the entertainment industry, despite the page being labeled as a fan account.

— Mia Sato, The Verge, 15 Oct. 2026
That can include posts, reposts or likes viewed as critical of the Saudi government or its leaders, even if they were shared while outside the country, according to the department.

— Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 14 Oct. 2026

Definition of likes

Verb

The approach applies manufacturing practices to research and development, allowing engineers and machinists to modify components and processes quickly as designs evolve.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 15 Oct. 2026
The event’s organizer argues the law applies to contests between people, not robots.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of applies

Verb

Speculation also serves an important function in helping markets operate efficiently.

— Aneri Jambusaria, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026
The orchard and cidery serves pizzas and pastas alongside hot or cold cider, and hosts live music as folks linger along the outdoor tables with drinks and games.

— Jessica Chapel, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of serves

Verb

Early on, Sakurai exploits the inherent absurdity of telling a story populated by so many ludicrous characters.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 16 Oct. 2026
BlueMoon exploits two Chromium vulnerabilities and one in the kernel of Windows 10 (Oct 2018 Update), Windows Server 2019, Windows 10 2004, Windows Server 2022, and the initial release of Windows 11.

— Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 9 Sep. 2026

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