contents Synonyms
Another word for contents
• noun (Context 1)
The physical things, items, or substances that are held or enclosed inside a container, receptacle, room, or space.
"The customs officer asked the traveler to empty the entire items of his suitcase onto the inspection table."
• noun (Context 2)
A sequential list of the chapters, sections, or topics covered in a book, journal, or document, usually printed at the beginning of the work.
"You can quickly locate the chapter on thermodynamics by checking the table of contents at the front of the textbook."
• noun (Context 3)
The subjects, ideas, or topics treated in a written work, speech, or document.
"The committee agreed to keep the subject matter of the confidential report strictly private until the investigation concluded."
• verb (Context 4)
To satisfy, please, or make someone peaceful and accepting of their circumstances (third-person singular simple present of content).
"A quiet evening reading by the fireplace completely satisfies him after a busy week at the university."
Opposites of contents
The opposite of contents shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: