Synonyms for

Contents

Verb / ˈkɑ:ntents / / kʌˈntents / Another word for contents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the things inside something, or a list of the things inside

Synonyms & similar words

message capacity discontent subjectmatter content contentedness depictedobject cognitivecontent tableofcontents substance subject mentalobject substance materials elements components ingredients items objects possessions belongings articles things goods wares products merchandise stock inventory catalog directory menu

Synonyms by register

Formal

substance composition elements ingredients

Informal

stuff things what's inside innards

Literary

heart essence spirit

Antonyms

emptiness void lack absence exterior outside

Common collocations

  • table of contents
  • table of contents page
  • contents insurance
  • contents of the box
  • contents under pressure
  • table of contents list
  • contents of the report

Word family

noun content
verb content
adjective content

Usage note

The word 'contents' can refer to what is inside something (e.g., the contents of a box) or to a state of satisfaction (e.g., to be content). The former is usually plural, while the latter is usually singular and used as an adjective or verb.

Example sentences

  1. The contents of the package were fragile.
  2. He reviewed the contents of the report before submitting it.
  3. She emptied the contents of her purse on the table.
  4. The contents of the book were interesting.
  5. The contents of the jar smelled terrible.

Quotes

  • Do not judge a book by its contents.
  • The contents of someone's bookshelf are part of his history, like an ancestral portrait.
  • The contents of someone's lunchbox reveal a great deal about them.

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