Synonyms for

Ones

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

Definition

Ones means a single unit or thing. It can be used to talk about a specific person, place, or thing.

Synonyms & similar words

ace i unity one single single individual solitary only unique distinct particular separate sole unitary personal peculiar specific uncommon unusual different exclusive one-of-a-kind

Synonyms by register

Formal

units individuals elements

Informal

guys folks people

Literary

souls beings

Antonyms

many numerous multitudes plenty abundance throngs

Common collocations

  • all the ones
  • the best ones
  • the first ones
  • the last ones
  • some ones
  • few ones
  • these ones

Word family

noun one
adjective one

Usage note

The word 'ones' is the plural of 'one' and is often used as a pronoun to refer back to a previously mentioned noun, especially when it's plural. It can also refer to a single unit or individual.

Example sentences

  1. The teacher asked each student to write their name on the ones worksheet.
  2. I want to buy a new car, but I can only afford an older ones.
  3. Ones must be careful when crossing the street.
  4. My favorite color is blue, but my friend likes the green ones better.
  5. Can you please pass me the ones with the red cover?

Quotes

  • Ones happiness depends on oneself. - Aristotle
  • Ones destination is never a place, but a new way of seeing things. - Henry Miller
  • Ones ultimate perfection depends on the development of all the members of society. - Abdul Baha

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