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headline Synonyms

Another word for headline

Looking for synonyms for headline? Sourced from our comprehensive thesaurus, here is a list of similar words and another word for headline, organized by relevance and context.
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• noun (Context 1)

The heading or title at the top of an article or page in a newspaper, magazine, or website, typically printed in large type to attract attention.

Usage Example

"The scandalous heading immediately caught the attention of every passing commuter."

Strongest
heading
Strong
title
banner

• noun (Context 2)

A summary of the most important items of news in a broadcast or publication.

Usage Example

"Before diving into the full broadcast, let's take a quick look at today's headlines."

Strong
highlights
Weak
summary

• verb (Context 3)

To serve as the principal performer or star attraction at a show, concert, or festival.

Usage Example

"The famous rock band is scheduled to star the summer music festival."

Strong
star
lead
feature

• verb (Context 4)

To provide a newspaper article or report with a title or heading.

Usage Example

"The editor decided to title the front page with the latest political developments."

Strong
title

Opposites of headline

Looking for antonyms? The opposite of headline varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites:

support
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Headline. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 14, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/headline
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