matters 1 of 2

noun

Definition of mattersnext
plural of matter
1
as in topics
a major object of interest or concern (as in a discussion or artistic composition) that is not relevant to the matter under discussion

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Relevance

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2
as in things
something to be dealt with we must take care of this matter before it becomes a real problem

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3
as in mails
communications or parcels sent or carried through the postal system first-class matter

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4
as in problems
something that requires thought and skill for resolution I've been thinking about the matter all night, and I believe I have a solution

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matters

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of matter
as in means
to be of importance she believes that doing well in school really does matter

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for matters
  1. topics
  2. things
  3. means
  4. themes
  5. weighs
  6. motifs
  7. affairs
  8. letters
Noun
  • There’s no cookie-cutter approach to coverage of the various topics.
    Brian Steinberg, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
  • The types of topics you'd be expected to cover depend on your specialism and niche.
    Rachel Wells, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of topics
Noun
  • Below, a look at five things to do now to avoid vitamin D deficiency this winter and beyond.
    Mélanie Defouilloy, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
  • First things first - Gimenez does a couple of things very well.
    Tony Blengino, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of things
Verb
  • That means not just naming your values and putting them in a frame on the boardroom wall, but also making a real effort to create and share stories that speak to those values.
    Samantha Reynolds, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Despite the intense competition, the nascent growth of SASE means Palo Alto stock has the potential to keep rising, according to analysts.
    Peter Cohan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of means
Noun
  • Other projects shone a light on themes that male filmmakers largely avoid.
    Nina-Sophia Miralles, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Valhalla is also available in six livery themes inspired by Aston Martin's motorsports heritage.
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of themes
Verb
  • Optimus weighs 125 pounds (56 kilograms) and stands 5 feet 8 inches tall.
    Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Each individual tamale at the Tamale House weighs nearly a pound.
    Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 8 Dec. 2024
Definition of weighs
Noun
  • In Etsy's gifting trend report, the online marketplace similarly called out mythical motifs for inspiration this year.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
  • Influenced by the Regency era, Rococo is an architectural style boasting intricate curved lines, natural motifs, luxe materials, and pastel shades.
    Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of motifs
Noun
  • Cosgrove was previously head of Paramount’s business affairs and most recently was Chief Business Affairs Officer for Bron Studios.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Before Paramount, Cosgrove was a business and legal affairs executive for Revolution Studios and Sony Pictures Entertainment.
    Dade Hayes, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of affairs
Noun
  • The ceremony — which juxtaposed the dark sky with sparklers, white florals, light-up marquee letters and a candlelit aisle — ultimately ran about five minutes early, which allowed for the newlyweds to join their guests in looking up through the clouds together.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
  • The ceremony — which juxtaposed the dark sky with sparklers, white florals, light-up marquee letters and a candlelit aisle — ultimately ran about five minutes early, which allowed for the newlyweds to join their guests in looking up through the clouds together.
    Ashlyn Robinette, People.com, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of letters
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