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

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AI and advanced manufacturing have reshaped global investment patterns, altered supply chains, and accelerated strategic industries that were still in early development stages six years ago.

From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026

It's why in recent games, despite the tweaks, we've still seen Mbappe, Olise, Doue, Dembele and Bradley Barcola all rotate across the forward line, playing small-space combinations built on strong on-field understanding rather than patterns.

From BBC • Jun. 30, 2026

They reconstruct patterns of association that no human surveillance team could realistically assemble.

From Slate • Jun. 29, 2026

The researchers note that the apparent effects on vegetation, foxes, and rabbits could also have been influenced by environmental factors such as changes in fog patterns or temperature.

From Science Daily • Jun. 28, 2026

“He was recognizing patterns no one else was seeing.”

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis