1
as in undersides
the side or part facing downward from something
that side of the shelf is supposed to be the bottom, so turn it over before you assemble the bookcase
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
3
as in feet
the lowest part, place, or point
sliding all the way to the bottom of the snow-covered slope
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in cheeks
the part of the body upon which someone sits
the baby fell backwards onto her bottom
Synonyms & Similar Words
5
as in boats
a small buoyant structure for travel on water
the cargo will be carried by a local bottom
Synonyms & Similar Words
6
as in depths
the lowest point or level
when profits hit bottom the company was forced to declare bankruptcy
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
7
as in foundations
an immaterial thing upon which something else rests
the bottom of his thesis is the assumption that people are fundamentally good
Synonyms & Similar Words
Examples of bottoms in a Sentence
These examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
illustrate current usage. Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of
Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback
about these examples.
Recent Examples on the Web
This crewneck pullover provides ample warmth against the brisk fall air and pairs well with any bottoms of your choice.
—
Emily Weaver, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
Best Deals on Pants and Skirts From maxi skirts to jeans and trousers, refresh your collection of bottoms with affordable, comfortable, and high-quality options like these — all under $100.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024
Any pair of black bottoms would be fine.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 19 Oct. 2024
Featuring a delicate ruffled bodice and wide-leg bottoms, it can be worn to many spots on your vacations (and can be changed up with a cardigan or jacket).
—Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2024
The sweatpants Like leggings, sweatpants are deceptively chic bottoms that come in clutch for low-effort outfits.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Oct. 2024
The bottoms featured a longer strip of fabric in the front and a hemline hitting high on her thighs.
—Maggie Clancy, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
Designers like Tory Burch showcased similar looks, pairing voluminous, structured bottoms with flowing or sheer tops.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
Stir together butter and remaining 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper in a small bowl; brush half of the butter mixture over roll bottoms.
—Karen Schroeder-Rankin, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
Emily Weaver, People.com, 20 Oct. 2024
Best Deals on Pants and Skirts From maxi skirts to jeans and trousers, refresh your collection of bottoms with affordable, comfortable, and high-quality options like these — all under $100.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 19 Oct. 2024
Any pair of black bottoms would be fine.
—Dina Kaur, The Arizona Republic, 19 Oct. 2024
Featuring a delicate ruffled bodice and wide-leg bottoms, it can be worn to many spots on your vacations (and can be changed up with a cardigan or jacket).
—Jean Chen Smith, Travel + Leisure, 18 Oct. 2024
The sweatpants Like leggings, sweatpants are deceptively chic bottoms that come in clutch for low-effort outfits.
—Jake Henry Smith, Glamour, 18 Oct. 2024
The bottoms featured a longer strip of fabric in the front and a hemline hitting high on her thighs.
—Maggie Clancy, WWD, 16 Oct. 2024
Designers like Tory Burch showcased similar looks, pairing voluminous, structured bottoms with flowing or sheer tops.
—Ty Gaskins, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
Stir together butter and remaining 1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper in a small bowl; brush half of the butter mixture over roll bottoms.
—Karen Schroeder-Rankin, Southern Living, 4 Oct. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for bottoms
Noun
-
What’s more, the pomades and powders can be used to sculpt the cheeks, fill in the brows, or line and color the lips.Jenny Berg, Vogue, 19 Oct. 2024
-
Compared to a mask that’s gotten a lot of use, a fresh one will fit more snugly around the nose, cheeks, and chin and, in turn, catch particles more effectively.Korin Miller, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
Socialites who had only ever listened to Z100 and who never knew the depths of Black music were turning up to Bonecrusher and DMX or Luther Vandross and Stephanie Mills.Amy DuBois Barnett, The Hollywood Reporter, 4 Oct. 2024
-
Durin finally snapped to his senses in time to give his life to battle the beast and leave it trapped in the depths of the mine.Mike Fleming Jr, Deadline, 3 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
The Belgian designer retained the foundations laid by Serfarty — the graphic, elongated sharp lines — while reenvisioning the brand through his own experimental lens.Joelle Diderich, WWD, 4 Oct. 2024
-
The pull to care for infants is one of the foundations of success for humans.Amanda Kooser, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
The suspect ran over the victim’s foot, according to Brinser.Jason Green, The Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2024
-
In the Inland Empire, where logistics had been king over the last five years, conversations that were once about jockeying for the best price per square foot have turned into careful discussions on structuring deals that create longer-term value.Allen Buchanan, Orange County Register, 26 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
The company continues to focus on its Banking-as-a-Service and Higher Education businesses, leveraging partner banks' existing customer bases for customer acquisition.Quartz Bot, Quartz, 14 Nov. 2024
-
Russia, along with other countries, have long been open about training the aquatic mammals to patrol waters near sensitive outposts and bases.Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 13 Nov. 2024
Noun
-
The United States is deeply concerned by reports of dangerous actions by PRC law enforcement vessels against Vietnamese fishing vessels around the Paracel Islands on September 29.Nguyen Dieu Tu Uyen and Philip J. Heijmans / Bloomberg, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
-
Several major cruise companies revealed plans for large vessels in recent months.Nathan Diller, USA TODAY, 4 Oct. 2024
Noun
-
Organizations must ensure that trust, integrity, responsibility, accountability, fairness and respect are the cornerstones of every action taken by their employees.Prajeet Gadekar, Forbes, 3 Oct. 2024
-
Health and wellness are cornerstones of The Dupont experience.Roger Sands, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near bottoms
Cite this Entry
“Bottoms.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bottoms. Accessed 20 Nov. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share