Definitions

memo

[mem-oh] / ˈmɛm oʊ /

NOUN

note

Synonyms

STRONGEST

comment commentary diary inscription journal letter memorandum message missive remark summary

STRONG

agenda annotation calendar datum definition dispatch entry epistle gloss jotting line marginalia mark minute notation observation record reminder scratch scrawl scribble word

WEAK

obiter dictum thank-you

Antonyms

STRONGEST

silence

Example Sentences

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“Wedges” “drove strategy” within the company, according to a 2014 internal memo.

From Salon • Jun. 26, 2026

But by the time Noem signed what appears to be a final decision memo, U.S.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 25, 2026

While many AI-use cases in professional settings might involve prompting AI to transcribe a meeting or write a memo, these companies are increasingly giving more work to “agents.”

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 24, 2026

Under that memo, Washington and Tehran have 60 days to negotiate a broader agreement on ending Iran's nuclear programme.

From BBC • Jun. 23, 2026

“Maybe you missed the memo, or maybe you’re just insane. Do you realize that you’re driving around in a Category Five hurricane?”

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

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