Meaning & use

synonymously

adverb·Advanced

In a way that means the same as, or is interchangeable with, another word or term.

See it in a sentence

The terms 'lawyer' and 'attorney' are often used synonymously in everyday speech.

Although related, 'jealousy' and 'envy' should not always be used synonymously.

A note on using this word

Synonymously describes how words are used, not the words themselves; it typically follows verbs like use or treat.

Words with a similar meaning

interchangeably

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