Synonyms for

Remarks

Verb / rɪˈmɑ:rks / / ri:ˈmɑ:rks / Another word for remarks — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Comments or opinions made about something or someone, especially in a formal or official setting.

Synonyms & similar words

input remark notice pointout comment mention observe note comments observations statements opinions reflections thoughts views criticisms evaluations remarks notes annotations jottings scribbles memos messages communication correspondence dialogue conversation

Synonyms by register

Formal

observations comments statements utterances

Informal

comments notes sayings quips

Literary

utterances pronouncements observations

Antonyms

silence quiet reticence taciturnity unresponsiveness

Common collocations

  • make remarks
  • offhand remarks
  • critical remarks
  • opening remarks
  • closing remarks
  • further remarks
  • brief remarks

Word family

noun remark
verb remark

Usage note

While 'remark' can be a noun or a verb, it is more commonly used as a noun. As a verb, it often implies speaking in a casual or observant manner.

Example sentences

  1. The boss made some positive remarks about the employee's work.
  2. I don't appreciate your rude remarks.
  3. Please keep your remarks to yourself.
  4. The politician's remarks caused controversy.
  5. The teacher wrote some helpful remarks on the student's paper.

Quotes

  • It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one. - George Washington
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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