as in social
tending to group with others of the same kind
colonial organisms
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in settler
a person who settles in a new region
European colonials who built coffee plantations in East Africa
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of colonial
Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Across Ukraine, the removal of Soviet-era statues has marked a symbolic break from its colonial past, as the country redefines its identity amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.
—Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
During the near 50-year U.S. colonial regime, American officials in Manila encouraged landless farmers from Christian provinces to settle in Mindanao.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for colonial 
Adjective
In the decades after World War II, countries with a long experience of colonial pluralism tended to remain democratic, with electoral reforms deepening over time.
—Foreign Affairs, 14 Jan. 2025
Across Ukraine, the removal of Soviet-era statues has marked a symbolic break from its colonial past, as the country redefines its identity amidst ongoing conflict with Russia.
—Stephan Rabimov, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025
Noun
There’s a deeply historic feel here, bolstered by cobblestone streets, 18th century row homes and a palpable identity as an economic hub in colonial times.
—Kayleigh Ruller, Charlotte Observer, 14 Jan. 2025
During the near 50-year U.S. colonial regime, American officials in Manila encouraged landless farmers from Christian provinces to settle in Mindanao.
—Foreign Affairs, 7 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for colonial
Recent Examples of Synonyms for colonial
Adjective
-
After the first season premiered in July 2021 and won ten Primetime Emmy awards, the show has become popular for its dark social commentary and stunning worldwide locations.—
Matt Minton,
Variety,
27 Jan. 2025
-
From fashion to music to social justice, Black WNBA players are at the forefront.—
Kimberly Wilson,
Essence,
27 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Due to a lack of hedgehogs, the settlers began using another hibernating mammal: the groundhog.—
Julia Gomez,
USA TODAY,
31 Jan. 2025
-
Violence has grown in the West Bank; settlers are out of control, even as President Donald Trump has lifted sanctions on them; and there is more talk of annexation of the West Bank by Israel, which would most likely mean denying Palestinians democratic rights.—
Nicholas Kristof,
The Mercury News,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Leading the charge is Brandon Marshall, the six-time Pro Bowler and media pioneer, who is kicking off the project on his YouTube channel.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
30 Jan. 2025
-
New Village Arts explores the private life of famed scientist Marie Curie in new play The first woman to win a Nobel Prize and the discoverer of radium and polonium, Marie Curie is one of scientific history’s pioneers.—
Ut Community Press,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
28 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Still, many colonists had not seriously considered separating from the mother country—until a history-making pamphlet was published in the City of Brotherly Love on January 10, 1776.—
Sonja Anderson,
Smithsonian Magazine,
10 Jan. 2025
-
Recommended for European travelers and colonists heading to the East in the late 1800s, quinine was initially added to various alcoholic beverages to mask its bitterness.—
Alexandra Emanuelli,
Southern Living,
23 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near colonial
Cite this Entry
“Colonial.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/colonial. Accessed 6 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share