instrument

[in-struh-muhnt] / ˈɪn strə mənt /

NOUN

tool, implement

Synonyms

STRONGEST

apparatus appliance device equipment gadget gear gizmo machine machinery mechanism

STRONG

contraption contrivance doodad paraphernalia tackle utensil

Antonyms

WEAK

end

NOUN

means, agent

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material mechanism medium organ vehicle

STRONG

agency channel factor force instrumentality ministry wherewithal

Antonyms

WEAK

end

Usage

What are other ways to say instrument? An instrument is anything used in doing a certain type of work or producing a certain result, especially such as requires delicacy, accuracy, or precision: surgical or musical instruments. A tool is a contrivance held in and worked by the hand, for assisting the work of (especially) mechanics or skilled laborers: a carpenter's tools. An implement is any tool or contrivance designed or used for a particular purpose: agricultural implements. A utensil is especially an article for domestic use: kitchen utensils.

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"A European preference is a necessary instrument that contributes to this objective," she wrote, arguing such a move would "help create lead markets in strategic sectors".

From Barron's

It was played on an oscilloscope, an instrument that measures and displays electrical signals.

From The Wall Street Journal

The band, who play 14 instruments between them, with Bretherton playing guitar and Olliver playing guitar and drums, had to keep the fact they were involved in the show secret for nearly two years.

From BBC

“You can drift, you’re looking out the window, you’re looking at your instruments, ... you drift down a little or drift up.”

From Los Angeles Times

“Stresses are showing in stock price performance and credit related instruments,” he added.

From The Wall Street Journal

instrument

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