Synonyms for

Patent

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

Definition

An exclusive right granted for an invention, idea, or process

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

exclusive proprietary protected secured

Informal

unique special one-of-a-kind

Literary

singular unrivaled

Antonyms

common general public unrestricted open universal

Common collocations

  • patent pending
  • apply for a patent
  • grant a patent
  • patent infringement
  • utility patent
  • design patent
  • file a patent
  • obtain a patent

Word family

noun patent
verb patent
adjective patented

Usage note

As a verb, 'patent' means to obtain a patent for an invention. It is often used in the passive voice, e.g., 'The invention was patented.'

Example sentences

  1. The company filed a patent for their new product.
  2. The inventor received a patent for his invention.
  3. The patent protected the company's intellectual property.
  4. The patent allowed the inventor to have exclusive rights to his idea.
  5. The patent ensured that the inventor would receive royalties for his invention.

Quotes

  • The patent system added the fuel of interest to the fire of genius.
  • Inventions have long since reached their limit, and I see no hope for further development.
  • The best way to predict the future is to invent it.

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