Showing results for patterns.

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

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The risks are compounded by the expected arrival of the El Nino weather system, which could bring drought and disrupt rainfall patterns across key farming regions, further tightening global food supplies.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

“Disjointed colors, patterns, and logo-heavy designs are diluting brand equity,” he said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 5, 2026

"Up until now questions have followed patterns but this paper tended to have a few more irregularities", wrote Caltuma.

From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026

Hollander’s section highlights patterns by pulling inspiration from bird and plane formations to represent communities coming together.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 4, 2026

Now a new team of code breakers is on the case—linguists, crossword experts, chess masters, people who see patterns hidden in chaos.

From "The Bletchley Riddle" by Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin