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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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The pattern was so unexpected that it immediately stood out.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

“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

While direct trade retaliation against the US has remained limited, there is no guarantee that pattern will hold, says economist Michael Pearce of Oxford Economics.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

“If there’s a pattern, then you may have reason for concern.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 1, 2026

Sure enough, my palm pattern seems to be waking up too.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

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