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Definitions

term

[turm] / tɜrm /
NOUN
description of a concept
Synonyms
STRONGEST
language name phrase style word
STRONG
appellation article caption denomination designation expression head indication locution moniker nomenclature terminology title vocable
NOUN
time period
Synonyms
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course duration phase quarter session time
STRONG
cycle go hitch interval season semester space span spell standing stretch tour turn while
NOUN
limit
Synonyms
STRONG
bound boundary close conclusion confine confines culmination end finish fruition limitation terminus
Antonyms
STRONG
beginning commencement introduction opening start
VERB
name something
Synonyms
STRONGEST
call describe dub
STRONG
baptize christen denominate designate entitle label style subtitle tag title

Example Sentences

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“Long term, it’s possible it could lead to a recession.”

From MarketWatch • Apr. 3, 2026

“But does that really build the value we want over the long term? Probably not.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

“Accessibility” isn’t the term bandied about; “adventure” is.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 3, 2026

The Army chief normally serves a four-year term.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

Scientists came up with a term for this terrifying scenario: nuclear winter.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

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