RESERVATION Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

reservation

noun

ˌre-zər-ˈvā-shən

Definition of reservation

as in doubt

a feeling or attitude that one does not know the truth, truthfulness, or trustworthiness of someone or something despite my reservations, we hired the young teen as a babysitter

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as in provision

something upon which the carrying out of an agreement or offer depends gave us his approval without any reservations

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Recent Examples of reservation The concierge's desk is there to help with finding dinner reservations or a personal shopper. — Noah Shachtman, Vanity Fair, 25 Aug. 2026 Construction of the three-story building began in 2023 under D&S Realty Group and was completed in December 2025, with reservations going live in January. — Gabe White, Arkansas Online, 25 Aug. 2026 Many movers take reservations at least two weeks out during popular times, says Rick Carruthers, the owner of Sven Moving, and deposits are often refundable. — Cassie Hurwitz, Curbed, 25 Aug. 2026 Be sure to check the park’s website to confirm park reservations, entrance fees, program fees, weather conditions and visitor tips. — Don Sweeney, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for reservation

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Noun

In most other franchises, a 4-2 road trip through two New York boroughs could calm the speculation, but one with such enormous standards — and that has already taken drastic action — doesn’t receive that benefit of the doubt.

— Chandler Rome, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
Without a doubt, opponents of the deal will seize on that as evidence of its being exploitative and will demand renegotiation on that basis.

— Michael Lynch, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of doubt

Noun

Then the judge looked closely at the deal that had been struck, which included a provision to proceed straight to sentencing and recommend a short term of probation.

— Jason Meisner, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026
The Coastal Commission signed off on the project a few years ago, after tussles over low-cost housing provisions during the course of erecting yet another luxury hotel.

— Steve Lopez, Los Angeles Times, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of provision

Noun

Among attendees of the conference, however, a clearer skepticism emerged about Warsh’s endgame.

— Eleanor Mueller, semafor.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Warsh on Friday reiterated his skepticism about providing such guidance or even outlining his broad approach to interest-rate policy.

— Christopher Rugaber, Fortune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of skepticism

Noun

Some have no down payment requirements, most have below-average interest rates and many come with lower closing costs and monthly payments, thanks to no PMI requirements.

— Dan Simms, USA Today, 30 Aug. 2026
This allows individuals to evaluate the organization's mission, team dynamics, and actual time requirements.

— Caroline Ceniza-Levine, Forbes.com, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of requirement

Noun

For decades after India’s independence, suspicion of the United States permeated the Indian political class, defense establishment, bureaucracy, and scientific community.

— C. Raja Mohan, Foreign Affairs, 27 Aug. 2026
Many Kurds initially regarded al-Sharaa’s government with suspicion.

— Hogir al Abdo, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of suspicion

Noun

The comments were laid out in a two-page letter published via Telegram, as the country set its conditions for reopening the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and touted the prospect of a return to diplomatic negotiations.

— Sam Meredith,Lim Hui Jie,Mike Sheen, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Rather than just a reproductive issue, endometriosis is a whole-body condition, affecting everything from emotional regulation to hormone production and gut health.

— Bella Webb, Vogue, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of condition

Noun

In addition to hurting consumers, Bird asserts that the uncertainty, along with Paramount’s $7 million ticking fee, will pull down an industry that’s just starting to get back on its feet.

— Jack Dunn, Variety, 26 Aug. 2026
Businesses and consumers are caught in the middle, facing uncertainty about how much prices may increase.

— ABC News, ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of uncertainty

Noun

If enforced, the retail stipulation could benefit global rivals such as Heineken as well as smaller local brewers including Keroche Breweries and African Originals.

— Martin K.N Siele, semafor.com, 24 Aug. 2026
Because Lindsay Clancy agreed to what’s called a stipulation of facts in the case, prosecutors don’t have to present all of their evidence in court.

— Rebekah Riess, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026

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