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Plans

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

Definition

Plans are detailed proposals for doing or achieving something.

Synonyms & similar words

plan architecturalplan contrive program design project programme beafter strategies schemes projects proposals blueprints designs ideas programmes arrangements systems methods tactics plots outlines agendas timetables

Synonyms by register

Formal

schemes strategies proposals blueprints

Informal

ideas things what's up what's next

Literary

designs intents

Antonyms

improvisations spontaneity chance accident unforeseen randomness

Common collocations

  • make plans
  • cancel plans
  • change plans
  • future plans
  • business plans
  • holiday plans
  • detailed plans
  • emergency plans

Word family

noun plan
verb plan
adjective planned
adverb plannably

Usage note

The word 'plans' can refer to intentions or detailed arrangements. Be mindful of context; 'plans' as a noun is plural, while 'plan' is singular.

Example sentences

  1. I have plans to go to the park tomorrow.
  2. My plans for the weekend include camping with my family.
  3. The company has plans to expand its business overseas.
  4. We need to create a detailed plan to achieve our goals.
  5. The architect presented his plans for the new building to the client.

Quotes

  • Plans are nothing; planning is everything. - Dwight D. Eisenhower
  • A goal without a plan is just a wish. - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
  • By failing to prepare, you are preparing to fail. - Benjamin Franklin

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