patterns

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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"Patterns emerged that had not been visible under regular imaging," Wang said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 1, 2026

Patterns of life, daily habits and routines, which seem mundane, become critically important to exploit vulnerabilities of heads of state, Leighton said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 6, 2026

Patterns of evolution play out in urban environments.

From Salon • Jun. 15, 2025

The research delves into the efficacy of a nonpharmacological approach in a trial known as the Healthy Patterns Sleep Program.

From Science Daily • Feb. 6, 2024

Patterns of connection between the people I pass.

From "Challenger Deep" by Neal Shusterman