1
as in patch
a small area that is different (as in color) from the main part
in summer the white coat of the snow leopard is studded with brownish black spots
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in predicament
a difficult, puzzling, or embarrassing situation from which there is no easy escape
we're in a bit of a spot right now with our mortgage payments
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in stain
a mark of guilt or disgrace
scandalous conduct that will forever be a spot upon the family name
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
4
as in splash
a very small amount
had only a spot of stew for dinner, as he wasn't very hungry
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in to sprinkle
to mark with small spots especially unevenly
to give the effect of sunlight on water, the artist spotted the lake in his painting with flecks of gold paint
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in to notice
to make note of (something) through the use of one's eyes
I spotted both of them as they tried to sneak out the back door
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
as in chance
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Examples Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of spot
Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 1 Jan. 2025
This puts the Red Sox in an interesting spot with first baseman Triston Casas.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 1 Jan. 2025
This is a particularly good example against Real Madrid, with Mac Allister spotting Conor Bradley’s darting run into the box.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 2 Dec. 2024
Such an approach is easy to understand; with spot bitcoin ETFs approaching nearly $30 billion in assets and inflows continuing the price of bitcoin and other crypto has been on an upward trend.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for spot 
Noun
Two prominent spots along the San Pedro River in southern Arizona have yielded invaluable information: Lehner Mammoth Kill Site and Murray Springs Clovis Site.
—Roger Naylor, The Arizona Republic, 1 Jan. 2025
This puts the Red Sox in an interesting spot with first baseman Triston Casas.
—Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 1 Jan. 2025
Verb
Just after noon on Tuesday, the truck was spotted in Baytown, Texas, heading east on Interstate 10 in the direction of New Orleans, according to the source.
—Aaron Katersky, ABC News, 1 Jan. 2025
This is a particularly good example against Real Madrid, with Mac Allister spotting Conor Bradley’s darting run into the box.
—Gregg Evans, The Athletic, 30 Dec. 2024
Adjective
This recent upward momentum has been fueled by a surge in investor interest in spot Bitcoin ETFs, following notable outflows on November 25 and 26.
—Vinamrata Chaturvedi, Quartz, 2 Dec. 2024
Such an approach is easy to understand; with spot bitcoin ETFs approaching nearly $30 billion in assets and inflows continuing the price of bitcoin and other crypto has been on an upward trend.
—Sean Stein Smith, Forbes, 3 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for spot
Recent Examples of Synonyms for spot
Noun
-
These topical patches stick to the back of your ear or around your navel and release a natural blend of essential oils to relieve nausea.Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 31 Dec. 2024
-
Stick-on heating patches are a good option for long-term, stable heat.17 Be careful to avoid burns with any of these options.Sarah Bence, Health, 28 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Donald Trump Taunts Panama: 'Welcome To The United States Canal' By David Faris Associate Professor, Roosevelt University 0 As the sun rises on 2025—at least in the parts of the country where there is January sunlight—America's basic predicament has become clearer.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 24 Dec. 2024
-
Just Recorded One of the Largest In-Bounds Avalanches in Its History Extreme Skier Greg Hill Goes Deep on Risk and Adrenaline in His New Book The avalanche center’s decision to pull back from Seeley Lake is a result of the recent budget and staffing predicament within the National Forest Service.Frederick Dreier, Outside Online, 23 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
While detergent, Fels-Naphtha soap and vinegar and baking soda can remove a lot of stains, at some point every t-shirt is beyond saving.Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 31 Dec. 2024
-
This versatile spray dries in just 10 minutes and can be used on a wide range of fabrics, from leather to suede, to waterproof your shoes and protect them from stains.Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 30 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
Taking a cue from the popularity of hot honey and the wildly-successful YouTube series Hot Ones, the next generation of spicy or hybrid spicy flavors allows diners to get adventurous with their food and drink with a splash of sauce, a dip, or a drizzle, Zegler says.Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Dec. 2024
-
This decoy bobs and twists in the water, creating ripples but not large splashes.Alex Robinson, Outdoor Life, 19 Dec. 2024
Noun
-
At Head Spa En in Pasadena (there are also Beverly Hills and Newport Beach locations), the 60-minute, $150 treatment instead includes a slow, 35-minute Shiatsu head massage with a moisturizing scalp gel.Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 1 Jan. 2025
-
_target — _target locations will operate on a normal schedule on Jan. 1.Anne Marie Lee, CBS News, 1 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
Turn off heat, sprinkle the cheese over the top, and broil until melted and browned in spots, 2 to 3 minutes.Kelly Brant, arkansasonline.com, 31 Dec. 2024
-
And sprinkled in with the history are lists of the greatest space songs, books, movies, and more — all designed to make space exploration accessible to even the casual reader.Jeff Spry, Space.com, 31 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Fans of the two stars noticed the interaction and took to Reddit to share their thoughts on the shoutout.Kevin Lynn, Newsweek, 7 Jan. 2025
-
While waiting in line for drinks at the bar alongside his wife, screenwriter Lauren Miller, Rogen noticed Brody and Leighton Meester join the queue.Meg James, Los Angeles Times, 6 Jan. 2025
Verb
-
Smith allegedly sprayed the pesticide across food items, including fresh fruit and vegetables and rotisserie chickens, all of which were available to purchase.Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 23 Dec. 2024
-
He was brought back when his girlfriend sprayed naloxone up his nose.Maurice Tamman, USA TODAY, 22 Dec. 2024
Thesaurus Entries Near spot
Cite this Entry
“Spot.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/spot. Accessed 9 Jan. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share