synonymous
adjective
syn·on·y·mous
sə-ˈnä-nə-məs 
1
: having the character of a synonym
also
: alike in meaning or significance
2
: having the same connotations, implications, or reference
to runners, Boston is synonymous with marathon—
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synonymously
adverb
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As private equity is acquiring camps, leagues and facilities, financial barriers have created a youth sports culture where participation has become synonymous with affluence.
—Wayne G. McDonnell, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
For years, Elmo's online voice was synonymous with joy and support.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
And for over the past five decades, the name synonymous with this beloved treat has been Milo Franks.
—Amelia Wu
july 19, Sacbee.com, 19 July 2025
Hitting up the surf and sand is always easier with a beach wagon
Beach days are synonymous with rest, relaxation and fun.
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Wayne G. McDonnell, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
For years, Elmo's online voice was synonymous with joy and support.
—Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 20 July 2025
And for over the past five decades, the name synonymous with this beloved treat has been Milo Franks.
—Amelia Wu
july 19, Sacbee.com, 19 July 2025
Hitting up the surf and sand is always easier with a beach wagon
Beach days are synonymous with rest, relaxation and fun.
—Bestreviews, Mercury News, 17 July 2025
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synonymous
adjective
syn·on·y·mous
sə-ˈnän-ə-məs
1
: alike in meaning
2
: suggesting the same thing
a brand name that is synonymous with quality
synonymously
adverb
Etymology
from Latin synonymus "synonymous," from Greek synōnymos, literally, "having the same name," from syn- "together, along with" and onyma, onoma "name" — related to anonymous, symposium, synagogue, synchronous
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