case Synonyms
Another word for case
• noun (Context 1)
An instance of a particular situation, event, or occurrence.
"In this instance, the manager decided to waive the late fee for the loyal customer."
• noun (Context 2)
A container or receptacle designed to hold, protect, or store items.
"She carefully placed her vintage violin back into its velvet-lined container."
• noun (Context 3)
A specific legal action, lawsuit, or criminal investigation being handled by authorities.
"The detectives worked tirelessly to gather evidence and solve the murder lawsuit."
• verb (Context 4)
To enclose or cover something in a protective container.
"The historic documents were cased in thick, bulletproof glass for the museum exhibition."
• verb (Context 5)
To carefully observe or inspect a place, typically in preparation for a crime such as a robbery.
"The thieves spent three days casing the bank before they finally attempted the heist."
Opposites of case
The opposite of case shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: