1
as in road
a passage cleared for public vehicular travel
the town honored the local sports hero by naming after him a short way connecting two shopping centers
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in habit
a usual manner of behaving or doing
she's set in her ways and is not about to change
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in path
an established course for traveling from one place to another
took the regular way to work
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in tendency
an established pattern of behavior
that's just his way, so pay him no mind
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
6
7
as in approach
the means or procedure for doing something
figured out the best way to accomplish the task
Synonyms & Similar Words
8
9
as in option
the power, right, or opportunity to choose
have it your way
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
10
as in distance
the space or amount of space between two points, lines, surfaces, or objects
it's just a little way down the road
Synonyms & Similar Words
as in very
to a great degree
"Oh, I'm just way thrilled to be here!" the pageant contestant gushed
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
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 way
Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2025
Southern interior designers know that there are many different ways to enjoy nice china that don't involve dining.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
But contemporary critics such as Arthur Kropp, the president in 1991 of the progressive advocacy group People for the American Way, did see the dustup as a portent way back then.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 18 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for way
Noun
Everyone was trying to help in any possible way, on and off the ice and in the gym and just trying to get the different routines down and get the lay of the land and the way things are done around here.
—Jordan McPherson, Miami Herald, 20 Apr. 2025
Southern interior designers know that there are many different ways to enjoy nice china that don't involve dining.
—Sarah Lyon, Southern Living, 20 Apr. 2025
Adverb
The last Xfinity Series race here was way back in 2004, a race won by Jamie McMurray.
—Nicholas Creel, MSNBC Newsweek, 19 Apr. 2025
But contemporary critics such as Arthur Kropp, the president in 1991 of the progressive advocacy group People for the American Way, did see the dustup as a portent way back then.
—Daniel Engber, The Atlantic, 18 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for way
Recent Examples of Synonyms for way
Noun
-
The Chubs had a long road to this seemingly happy ending.—
Luke Cyphers,
Sportico.com,
10 Apr. 2025
-
Electric cars hit the roads and smart phones hit the stores.—
Michael Schneider,
Variety,
10 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
This highlights the immense impact of AI on people’s spending habits.—
Roman Eloshvili,
Forbes.com,
18 Apr. 2025
-
Digestive issues: If protein intake is high and fiber intake is low, changes in bowel habits, like constipation or diarrhea, may occur.—
Lauren Panoff, MPH, RD,
Verywell Health,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
While inflation cooled in March, reaching a six-month low, the path has been uneven, and Powell has faced criticism from both the left and the right over whether the Fed acted too slowly—or too aggressively.—
Nik Popli,
Time,
17 Apr. 2025
-
Kelenic also doesn't have a clear path to playing time in Atlanta.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
According to Limon-Rocha, various life stressors—such as starting a new school, being bullied, losing a beloved pet, or having a family member with health issues—can all trigger perfectionist tendencies.—
Sherri Gordon,
Parents,
17 Apr. 2025
-
The tendency in the forecast has been for the front to set up across southeast portions of the Kansas City forecast area.—
Robert A. Cronkleton,
Kansas City Star,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
The Bills and White agreed to terms Thursday on a one-year deal to bolster the depth of the cornerback room, a league source said.—
Joe Buscaglia,
New York Times,
18 Apr. 2025
-
People were most commonly (75 percent) found to keep their indoor plants in the living room, followed by the kitchen (54 percent) and bedroom (50 percent).—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
MSNBC Newsweek,
17 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
American military veteran hijacks plane in Belize, officials say The airplane, which had only 14 passengers on board, had been due to fly the short route from Corozal near the Mexican border to San Pedro, a popular tourist destination off the coast.—
Eric Lagatta,
USA Today,
19 Apr. 2025
-
Amanda McPherson, 38, and Johnathon McPherson, 27, were caught when detectives discovered seemingly unrelated cases of fraud shared the same postal routes, the Bay County Sheriff’s Office said in an April 17 news release.—
Mark Price,
Miami Herald,
18 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
Ultimately, the new police chief must value community, embrace diversity, and promote a responsive, inclusive approach to law enforcement.—
Harrison Mantas,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
20 Apr. 2025
-
Given the number of cardinals whom Pope Francis has appointed — 111 out of the 141 who would vote for the next pope — his successor is likely to be from the Global South and more progressive in theology and approach than Pope John Paul II or Pope Benedict XVI, who preceded Pope Francis.—
Joshua Stanton,
New York Daily News,
20 Apr. 2025
Noun
-
And yet, there are our two twisted redstone doorways.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
18 Apr. 2025
-
The man can be seen lying in the doorway as the crowd applauds.—
Rachel Treisman,
NPR,
16 Apr. 2025
Cite this Entry
“Way.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/way. Accessed 26 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share