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pattern

[pat-ern, pat-n] / ˈpæt ərn, ˈpæt n /
NOUN
design, motif
Synonyms
STRONGEST
arrangement
STRONG
decoration device diagram figure guide impression instruction markings mold motive original ornament patterning plan stencil template trim
Antonyms
WEAK
disorder disorganization plainness
NOUN
arrangement, order
Synonyms
STRONGEST
kind method sequence shape sort style system type variety
STRONG
constellation orderliness plan
Antonyms
WEAK
disorder disorganization plainness
NOUN
model, example
Synonyms
STRONGEST
standard
STRONG
archetype copy criterion cynosure exemplar guide mirror norm original paradigm paragon prototype sample specimen
WEAK
beau ideal ensample
Antonyms
WEAK
disorder disorganization plainness
VERB
copy, imitate; decorate
Synonyms
STRONG
design emulate follow form model mold order shape style trim
Antonyms
STRONG
destroy disorder disorganize neglect
WEAK
be original

Example Sentences

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“Turnstile cut ties with Brady Ebert in 2022 in response to a consistent pattern of harmful behavior affecting himself, the band, and the community,” the “Never Enough” band said in the statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

I believe the completion of Tuesday’s bullish morning star will start a double bottom pattern.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Labour sources say there was a "pattern of behaviour" that led to the decision to withdraw the whip, which means he will sit in the House of Commons as an independent.

From BBC • Mar. 31, 2026

There’s also the matter of a bearish “death cross” pattern that appeared on March 25.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

Jeremy turned his head slightly and the colors shifted into a new pattern.

From "Jeremy Thatcher, Dragon Hatcher" by Bruce Coville

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.