Synonyms for

Mold

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

Definition

Mold refers to a fungus that grows on organic matter or a hollow container used to give shape to a liquid or soft substance as it cools or hardens.

Synonyms & similar words

regulate modeling claysculpture work forge mildew moulding shape form stamp cast molding mould model influence determine fungus mildew yeast cast shape form model pattern mould sculpt fashion style adapt adjust modify transform guide direct lead influence

Synonyms by register

Formal

pattern template prototype matrix

Informal

shape form cast style

Literary

matrix womb crucible

Antonyms

original creator destroyer destroy demolish ruin disrupt

Common collocations

  • cast in a mold
  • break the mold
  • shape the mold
  • mold growth
  • in the mold of
  • a mold for
  • perfect mold

Word family

noun mold
verb mold
adjective moldable
adverb moldingly

Usage note

The word 'mold' can refer to a physical object used for shaping, or to a type of fungus. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning. As a verb, it means to shape or form something.

Example sentences

  1. The mold on the cheese made it unsafe to eat.
  2. She used a mold to make the chocolate look like a flower.
  3. He was able to mold the clay into a perfect circle.
  4. The coach wanted to mold the team into winners.
  5. The artist used the mold to create a unique piece of pottery.

Quotes

  • I do not have a mold that I am trying to fit my children into. I encourage them to be who they want to be. - Angelina Jolie
  • I'm not a cookie cutter mold of what a Republican should be. - Martha McSally
  • The mold of a man's fortune is in his own hands. - Francis Bacon

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