1
as in cluster
a number of things considered as a unit
an array of baseball gloves in the corner of his room
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in grouping
a usually small number of persons considered as a unit
a motley array of travelers waiting for the bus
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in attire
dressy clothing
dressed in festive array for the city's annual New Year's Eve celebration
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in sequence
the way objects in space or events in time are arranged or follow one another
a marching band's carefully choreographed array
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to adorn
to make more attractive by adding something that is beautiful or becoming
a door arrayed for the holidays with a beautiful evergreen wreath
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
as in to clothe
to outfit with clothes and especially fine or special clothes
arrayed in a wedding dress that has been handed down in the family for generations
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in to classify
to put into a particular arrangement
arrayed his baseball cards in order of their rarity and consequent monetary value
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of array
Chris Wysopal, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
The actions also effectively shut down an array of programs and practices aimed at reversing decades of systemic inequities and discriminatory practices that have disproportionately affected Black people and other underserved communities.
—Erica L. Green, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Apr. 2024
Six buses were arrayed outside that legendary Upper West Side emporium, a culinary temple to smoked fish and secular, progressive Judaism.
—Leslie Camhi, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for array 
Noun
Identifying those threats is possible for most organizations through a wide array of available detection tools.
—Chris Wysopal, Forbes, 21 Jan. 2025
The actions also effectively shut down an array of programs and practices aimed at reversing decades of systemic inequities and discriminatory practices that have disproportionately affected Black people and other underserved communities.
—Erica L. Green, New York Times, 21 Jan. 2025
Verb
For much of the public, the only interaction with the troops on the border is when they are arrayed wearing camouflage fatigues in the background of a news conference on TV often designed more to score political points than to offer a glimpse of the sacrifice of service.
—John C. Moritz, Austin American-Statesman, 21 Apr. 2024
Six buses were arrayed outside that legendary Upper West Side emporium, a culinary temple to smoked fish and secular, progressive Judaism.
—Leslie Camhi, Vogue, 30 Oct. 2024
See all Example Sentences for array
Recent Examples of Synonyms for array
Noun
-
Another study from the same team found that people living near the most dense clusters of poultry farms in that area were more likely to suffer infectious diarrhea and campylobacter infection, a disease associated with bloody diarrhea and stomach cramps, than those living further away.—
Gavin Off,
Charlotte Observer,
26 Jan. 2025
-
Don't be surprised if price reductions cluster in suburban and rural areas, where the homebuilders are most active.—
Gordon G. Chang,
Newsweek,
24 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Philadelphia led in shots with that grouping on the ice and had some extended offensive zone shifts.—
Peter Baugh,
The Athletic,
23 Jan. 2025
-
What To Know While Beijing strengthens ties with key players in this grouping, the future of Biden's legacy in the region appears uncertain.—
Raul A. Reyes,
Newsweek,
22 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
In this corner of the world, traditional attires are inherently bright, but the filmmakers boost their impact by conceiving the images to look unassumingly radiant in the way hues mingle in the frame.—
Carlos Aguilar,
Variety,
25 Jan. 2025
-
The Emporio Armani brand speaks to a broad audience, offering everything from effortlessly chic casual wear to iconic formal attire.—
Jeetendr Sehdev,
Forbes,
23 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
The average Premier League team have 57 sequences per match that start in the attacking half.—
Mark Carey,
The Athletic,
18 Jan. 2025
-
That included an eight-save sequence in the third, in which Arlington pulled John Snider (21 saves) for all 1:34 of a 4-on-4 down 3-1 with 5:09 left – and kept him off for a 26-second 6-on-4 advantage.—
Tom Mulherin,
Boston Herald,
18 Jan. 2025
Noun
-
Many are stuck in third countries, including one former member of the Afghan army in Pakistan who spoke to USA TODAY on the condition of anonymity for fear of their safety.—
Chris Kenning,
USA TODAY,
23 Jan. 2025
-
The Mother of Dragons herself, Daenerys Targaryen, embodies the cultural fear of and fascination with a petite, white female wielding her dragons—not a husband or son—to build a seemingly socially just army that will brutally conquer in her name.—
Rebecca Scofield / Made by History,
TIME,
21 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
While the original ensemble included a matching hat adorned with ribbons, Lipa traded it in for a statement necklace by Tiffany & Co., which was crafted with more than 200 carats of diamonds.—
Hannah Malach,
WWD,
28 Jan. 2025
-
For his landmark show, the stars showed up to lend their support: Padukone opened proceedings in an all-white ensemble adorned with necklaces, including a crucifix from Mukherjee’s jewelry line.—
Riddhi Doshi,
CNN,
28 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
When they’re not clad in ski-gear and ensconced in protective helmets, Kendall has reached for outré furry R13 cowboy boots, bodycon by KHY, and Phoebe Philo outerwear.—
Anna Cafolla,
Vogue,
19 Jan. 2025
-
Although Chalamet showing up to the London premier of A Complete Unknown on a Lime bike doesn’t come close to the effortless cool of Dylan jumping on his motorbike clad in leather, curly hair untamed and freewheeling up the highway to Newport.—
Lee Sharrock,
Forbes,
19 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
Calculated by dividing a person's weight by their height, the result then classifies individuals into categories: underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.—
David Faris,
Newsweek,
19 Jan. 2025
-
Loot boxes are banned in many EU countries, such as the Netherlands and Belgium, as they are classified as a form of gambling, while countries like Spain and the UK are considering stricter regulations.—
Will McCurdy,
PCMAG,
18 Jan. 2025
Thesaurus Entries Near array
Cite this Entry
“Array.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/array. Accessed 2 Feb. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share