SOLID Synonyms: 288 Similar and Opposite Words

solid

adjective

ˈsä-ləd

Definition of solid

as in logical

based on sound reasoning or information the only solid conclusion that the jury could have reached

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as in hard

having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure the ice cream is too solid to scoop right now

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as in self

having or consisting of a single color both kittens are black, but one has a solid coat and the other has a few white patches

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as in strong

not showing weakness or uncertainty some people see a solid handshake as a sign of strong character

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as in reliable

worthy of one's trust a solid source of information to reporters

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Recent Examples of solid Researchers from the University of Electro-Communications (UEC Tokyo) and Nichia Corporation have investigated a solid electrolyte made primarily from relatively light elements. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 Oct. 2026 Southern Living recommends Rhodes Big View Overlook along Highway 64 as a solid viewing spot. — Eva Flowe october 7, Charlotte Observer, 7 Oct. 2026 Sometimes pit stains happen—but that’s nothing a solid deodorant can’t handle. — Madison San Miguel, Allure, 7 Oct. 2026 Bloomberg reports that insiders say Gemini 4 has solid model efficacy, but isn’t as stellar when employees actually use it, and that the model has issues with some coding tasks. — John Kell, Fortune, 7 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for solid

Recent Examples of Synonyms for solid

Adjective

Overall, the feasibility study said the annexation area represents a logical extension of the city’s existing urban development pattern.

— Brian Bell, The Orlando Sentinel, 8 Oct. 2026
But when considering your approach, know that what seems logical and well-meaning to you may be unhelpful or even harmful.

— Kristen Rogers, CNN Money, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of logical

Adjective

Two innings later, the Dodgers took the lead again, rewarded for hard contact as the Brewers’ defense showed its first signs of sloppy play.

— Maddie Lee, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
Games Can’t Gamble on Talent Opportunities to develop emerging talent are becoming harder to find, particularly in video games, van Beek said.

— Callum McLennan, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of hard

Adjective

An inspector’s notes also stated there were cardboard containers on the floor, a non-self closing restroom door, no training documentation for the staff.

— Pam McLoughlin, Hartford Courant, 28 Feb. 2023
The women's brains showed a clear divide between the areas of the brain activated by self and non-self MHCs.

— Breanna Draxler, Discover Magazine, 24 Jan. 2013

Definition of self

Adjective

All manner of contemporary art is shown here, with a collection over 200,000 pieces strong, ranging from Diane Arbus and Cindy Sherman photographs to paintings from Francis Bacon and Sol LeWitt sculptures.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
Rather than a sudden surge, the new estimate shows the population has always been strong, thriving, and secure.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Oct. 2026

Definition of strong

Adjective

Nothing Phone Nothing Phone Prime Day Deals The Nothing Phone (4a) combines a striking transparent aesthetic with a vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display and reliable daily performance.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026
Tonight, the guy who has been most reliable, Chris Sale, is taking the mound for the Braves in this pivotal game.

— David Troy OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of reliable

Adjective

Purple coneflowers produce high-fat, protein-rich seeds on stiff cones that maintain their shape despite harsh weather.

— Karen Hugg, Washington Post, 11 Oct. 2026
In 2022, Dion was diagnosed with stiff-person syndrome (SPS), an autoimmune neurological disorder that affects about one in a million people and has no cure.

— Andrea Flores, Los Angeles Times, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of stiff

Adjective

As Pate explains - seemingly every week - the JP Poll power rates teams based on whether or not they would be favored over another team on a neutral field according to oddsmakers in Vegas.

— Austin Perry OutKick, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
These could include neutral-atom systems and superconducting qubits paired with transducers that convert microwave signals into light.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026