SEAM Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

Definition of seam

as in to file

to mark with or as if with a line or groove in fencing circles it is a mark of honor to have one's face seamed with saber cuts

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noun

as in pleat

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as in suture

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Recent Examples of seam

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The collection’s quiet confidence was amplified by intentional detailing, precise cut, seam and finish and pops of bright red among the neutrals. — Joanne Shurvell, Forbes.com, 27 Feb. 2026 The bottoms boast statement seams that instantly make your legs look miles long. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 16 Feb. 2026

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Designed with an ankle-skimming cut and a center seam, the flattering silhouette helps elongate the legs for a streamlined look. — Chaise Sanders, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026 Gausman’s four-seam fastball command got away from him at times in the fifth, and the Nationals capitalized. — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 13 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for seam

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The prosecution and defense have filed dueling documents focused on whether the crime included aggravating factors that would make Robinson eligible for the death penalty if convicted.

— ABC News, ABC News, 19 Aug. 2026
Former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin is once again seeking to overturn his state murder conviction in the 2020 killing of George Floyd, according to court documents filed Tuesday.

— Riley Moser, CBS News, 19 Aug. 2026

Definition of file

Noun

The resulting feedback loop could bring computational materials research closer to physical experimentation.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 17 Aug. 2026
Reading easily leads to reading more, which builds the vocabulary that makes the next book easier — and that loop is what actually predicts the outcome.

— Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of loop

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Remember that movement is just as important as the reflected light, so make sure your disco ball has enough room to spin, swing, and groove.

— Molly Burford, Southern Living, 10 Aug. 2026
These fans of the Grateful Dead gather, groove and keep the good vibes going even though there are no original band members on tour.

— Brittney Melton, NPR, 6 Aug. 2026

Definition of groove

Noun

Fluting and corrugation have also been added to the plate for longitudinal stiffness, and better traction comes via a Pwrtrac rubber outsole.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 5 Dec. 2025
The corrugation process guarantees that the containers are robust and lightweight, which is necessary for stacking and transportation in an efficient manner.

— CMG Containers, Sun Sentinel, 1 May 2024

Definition of corrugation

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