MOTIONS Synonyms: 48 Similar and Opposite Words

motions 1 of 2

noun

plural of motion

as in movements

the act or an instance of changing position we were instructed not to make any sudden motions or we might scare away the deer

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motions

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verb

present tense third-person singular of motion

as in waves

to direct or notify by a movement or gesture the referee motioned the team captains to confer with him on the sideline

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Recent Examples of motions

Noun

Again, gently press and blend the product outwards, and use light stamping motions to build coverage. —

Katie Decker-Jacoby, StyleCaster, 14 May 2026 Other motions from the defense to suppress statements and evidence were also denied. —

Frankie McLister, CBS News, 14 May 2026 The scans also revealed microtraces of the drilling and rotating motions used by a small, pointed tool that successfully removed the cavity. —

Ashley Strickland, CNN Money, 13 May 2026 Gridlock expected, didn’t materialize Democrats were expected to bring the Senate to a halt in retaliation for controversial procedural motions Republicans used last year to ram through a bill gerrymandering Kansas City. —

Jack Harvel, Kansas City Star, 13 May 2026 The defense will address the motions next Thursday during a probable-cause hearing. —

Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 13 May 2026 The motions passed 8-0, with Councilmember Raul Campillo absent. —

Maura Fox, San Diego Union-Tribune, 13 May 2026 Avoid jerking the floss or aggressive movements; instead, use smooth, gentle motions. —

Sherri Gordon, Health, 12 May 2026 The judge will hear several defense motions on May 18, the day originally set for the trial. —

Grethel Aguila, Miami Herald, 7 May 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for motions

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Opt for the signature Polynesian massage, which mimics soothing wave-like movements from head to toe.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 May 2026
Those interested in following wolf activity in California can track movements through the state Department of Fish and Wildlife’s online wolf tracker.

— Saleen Martin, USA Today, 18 May 2026