PLANE Synonyms: 117 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the adjective 'plane' contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of plane are even , flat , level , and smooth . While all these words mean "having a surface without bends, curves, or irregularities," plane applies to any real or imaginary flat surface in which a straight line between any two points on it lies wholly within that surface. // the plane sides of a crystal

Q: When could 'even' be used to replace 'plane'?

While the synonyms even and plane are close in meaning, even applies to a surface that is noticeably flat or level or to a line that is observably straight. // trim the hedge so it is even

Q: When is it sensible to use 'flat' instead of 'plane'?

While in some cases nearly identical to plane , flat applies to a surface devoid of noticeable curvatures, prominences, or depressions. // the work surface must be flat

Q: Where would 'level' be a reasonable alternative to 'plane'?

The meanings of level and plane largely overlap; however, level applies to a horizontal surface that lies on a line parallel with the horizon. // the vast prairies are nearly level

Q: When might 'smooth' be a better fit than 'plane'?

In some situations, the words smooth and plane are roughly equivalent. However, smooth applies especially to a polished surface free of irregularities. // a smooth skating rink

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as in airplane

a vehicle for traveling through the air that has fixed wings for lift a plane flew overhead

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adjective

as in level

having a surface without bends, breaks, or irregularities you can do these tracings on any plane surface

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plane

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verb (1)

as in to smooth

to make free from breaks, curves, or bumps planed the wood for the picnic table perfectly smooth so that no one would get splinters

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verb (2)

as in to fly

to move through the air with or as if with outstretched wings an eagle planed effortlessly overhead, gliding on an air current

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How does the adjective plane contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of plane are even, flat, level, and smooth. While all these words mean "having a surface without bends, curves, or irregularities," plane applies to any real or imaginary flat surface in which a straight line between any two points on it lies wholly within that surface.

the plane sides of a crystal

When could even be used to replace plane?

While the synonyms even and plane are close in meaning, even applies to a surface that is noticeably flat or level or to a line that is observably straight.

trim the hedge so it is even

When is it sensible to use flat instead of plane?

While in some cases nearly identical to plane, flat applies to a surface devoid of noticeable curvatures, prominences, or depressions.

the work surface must be flat

Where would level be a reasonable alternative to plane?

The meanings of level and plane largely overlap; however, level applies to a horizontal surface that lies on a line parallel with the horizon.

the vast prairies are nearly level

When might smooth be a better fit than plane?

In some situations, the words smooth and plane are roughly equivalent. However, smooth applies especially to a polished surface free of irregularities.

a smooth skating rink

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