Synonyms for

Tissues

Verb / ˈtɪˌsju:z / / ˈtɪʃu:z / Another word for tissues — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A soft, thin piece of paper used for wiping one's nose, eyes, or face.

Synonyms & similar words

tissue tissuepaper weave handkerchief towel wipe napkin hankie kerchief cloth rag swab kleenex blotter absorbent sponge chamois shammy parchment

Synonyms by register

Formal

fabrics structures components elements

Informal

napkins kleenex wipes

Literary

filaments strands fibers

Antonyms

disunity separation disconnection division disagreement discord

Common collocations

  • facial tissues
  • tissue paper
  • tissue box
  • tissue culture
  • connective tissue
  • nerve tissue
  • muscle tissue
  • tissue damage

Word family

noun tissue
verb tissue

Usage note

The word 'tissue' can refer to a soft absorbent paper or a group of cells in biology. Be mindful of context to avoid confusion.

Example sentences

  1. I used a tissue to wipe away my tears.
  2. Can you hand me a tissue, please?
  3. She sneezed into a tissue.
  4. The tissues in the box are all gone.
  5. He blew his nose into a tissue.

Quotes

  • "I don't trust anyone who doesn't carry a tissue." - Joyce Armor
  • "I believe in manicures. I believe in overdressing. I believe in primping at leisure and wearing lipstick. I believe in pink. I believe happy girls are the prettiest girls. I believe that tomorrow is another day, and... I believe in miracles." - Audrey Hepburn
  • "A true friend is someone who thinks you're a good egg even though they know you're slightly cracked." - Bernard Meltzer, paraphrasing a quote by Robert Frost about tissues

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