CONCRETE Synonyms: 270 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

(ˌ)kän-ˈkrēt

as in actual

existing in fact and not merely as a possibility concrete evidence, and not just a theory, must be presented at a trial

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as in physical

relating to or composed of matter concrete objects like rocks and trees

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as in specific

of a particular or exact sort offered a practical, concrete solution to the problem

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concrete

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verb

ˈkän-ˌkrēt

as in to freeze

to become physically firm or solid the mortar slowly concreted in the mold

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as in to mix

to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout a choral work that concretes music and dance into a stunning theatrical experience

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Recent Examples of concrete

Adjective

There are conspicuous cracks along the tower’s outside walls, and debris is falling inside and outside as the concrete masonry pulls away from the structure due to the spalling of rebar, officials said. —David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 5 Apr. 2025 Glen Ryan Park has received new signage, a new playground and shelter upgrades, which include a new concrete pad, an electrical system with outlets and picnic tables. —Maya Wilkins, Chicago Tribune, 4 Apr. 2025

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Number four, the history of the space concreted our decision to work there. —Frank Digiacomo, Billboard, 30 Jan. 2025 Reuters reported one member of the group concreted himself to the street while others stuck themselves to it, using what looked like to be the same method adopted in Thursday's airport disruptions. —Peter Aitken, Fox News, 14 July 2023 See All Example Sentences for concrete

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Fiction, meanwhile, can upturn such collective attitudes by conveying the specificity of actual working lives and workplaces, recognizing that even the most monotonous labor can shape the self.

— Rhian Sasseen, The Atlantic, 17 Apr. 2025
During the vote, Fraga said the resolution is giving direction for the city’s legal department and administration to enter into a letter of understanding with ICE, but not the actual memorandum of understanding.

— Verónica Egui Brito, Miami Herald, 17 Apr. 2025