Synonyms for

Clones

Verb / kləʊnz / Another word for clones — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Clones are identical or nearly identical copies of something.

Synonyms & similar words

ringer clon deadringer clone knockoff copies replicas duplicates reproductions twins repeats facsimiles counterfeits imitations matches dittos echoes ringer simulacrums lookalikes doubles clonings reduplications replacers

Synonyms by register

Formal

duplicates counterparts replicas copies

Informal

look-alikes twins spits carbon copies

Literary

effigies phantoms echoes

Antonyms

originals uniques contrasts dissimilars individuals forebears

Common collocations

  • human clones
  • animal clones
  • plant clones
  • clone DNA
  • clone cells
  • clone soldiers
  • clone embryo
  • clone technology

Word family

noun clone
verb clone
adjective cloned

Usage note

The term 'clones' is often used in a scientific context, but can also be used informally to describe people or things that are identical or very similar to each other, sometimes with a negative connotation of lacking originality.

Example sentences

  1. The farmer grew clones of his favorite tomatoes.
  2. The robot was designed to make clones of itself.
  3. The artist painted clones of the same picture in different colors.
  4. The company made clones of their best-selling product.
  5. The movie was about a group of clones who discovered they were clones.

Quotes

  • We are all clones, aren't we? We are clones in pots.
  • Clones are people two.
  • I don't have any clones. I don't have any agents. I don't even have a manager.

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