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 Leonardo DiCaprio is put in quite the pickle as a stressed spy in the solid political thriller. — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026 But Olsen has returned and has a solid body of work in the Big 10 (19 for 21 on field goals last season). — Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 28 Aug. 2026 Drew Gilbert homered and drove in the go-ahead run, Landen Roupp pitched five solid innings and the San Francisco Giants beat Arizona 6-1 on Thursday night to snap a four-game home losing streak against the Diamondbacks. — CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026 This is a solid, budget-friendly option for anyone who needs serious PDF editing power without the subscription hassle. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for solid

Recent Examples of Synonyms for solid

Adjective

Von Neumann himself helped develop it as a potential remedy for some logical inconsistencies with Hilbert space that troubled him.

— Quanta Magazine, Quanta Magazine, 26 Aug. 2026
There is no logical world in which Sanders can be a backup to a rookie quarterback next year in Cleveland.

— Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of logical

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

Davis delivered a strong preseason, but he is now likely headed to a redshirt rookie season unless injuries strike at tackle.

— Dan Duggan, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
There’s no denying that the fall 2026 runways made a strong case for color; even the street style scene is on board, slipping into colorful shoes and sporting handbags in a variety of vibrant shades—baby pink, chartreuse, and cobalt.

— Laura Jackson, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of strong

Adjective

The benefit of that consolidation has been reliable supply, standardized products and potentially lower labor costs, said Zagor.

— Brandon Gomez, CNBC, 28 Aug. 2026
Launch virtual cardiology rounds and post-discharge follow-up at rural hospitals without reliable on-site cardiology access, with capacity for expansion beyond the pilot.

— Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026

Definition of reliable

Adjective

Taxpayers may qualify for relief due to a good compliance history, reasonable cause, or a statutory exception.

— Jamela Adam, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026
He’s also pushed to make sure The Gilded Age returned with new seasons as soon as was reasonable (those fancy parties and elaborate sets take time) and is looking to return Game of Thrones spinoff A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms on an annual basis.

— Josef Adalian, Vulture, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of reasonable

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Schmidt, who hasn’t pitched in a big league game since July 3 of last year, can’t wait to face stiffer competition out of the Yankees’ bullpen before the season ends.

— Gary Phillips, New York Daily News, 25 Aug. 2026
Meet Shape Set—Olaplex’s answer to crunchy, stiff formulas of years past.

— Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 24 Aug. 2026