Synonyms for

Slates

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

Definition

Slates is the plural form of the word 'slate', which refers to a flat, thin piece of rock or a similar material that is used for writing or drawing on.

Synonyms & similar words

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Example sentences

  1. I used a slate to write my math problems.
  2. The teacher wrote the assignment on the slate.
  3. He cleaned the slate before starting a new drawing.
  4. She carried a small slate in her backpack.
  5. We had to erase the drawings from the slate.

Quotes

  • The past cannot be changed. The future is yet in your power. - Mary Pickford
  • We all make mistakes, but the slate can be wiped clean. - Louis Zamperini
  • Life is like an ever-shifting kaleidoscope - a slight change and all patterns alter. - Sharon Salzberg

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