mold Synonyms
Another word for mold
• noun (Context 1)
A woolly or furry growth of microscopic fungi that forms on damp or decaying organic matter, such as stale bread, fruit, or wet walls.
• noun (Context 2)
A hollow container used to give shape to molten or hot liquid material (such as wax, metal, plaster, or gelatin) when it cools and hardens.
"The sculptor poured the molten bronze carefully into the clay cast."
• verb (Context 3)
To form or shape a malleable substance into a particular object or figure, either by kneading with the hands or by pressing into a container.
"The children used their hands to shape the soft clay into small bowls."
• noun (Context 4)
A distinctive and typical style, form, or character, especially one that serves as a model or standard.
"She is an innovative leader who truly breaks the traditional corporate pattern."
• verb (Context 5)
To influence or guide the development, character, or opinions of a person or institution.
"Great teachers help shape the intellect and character of their students."
• verb (Context 6)
To become covered or spoiled with fungal growth due to dampness or decay.
"If you pack the tent away while it is still wet, the canvas will quickly mildew."
• noun (Context 7)
Soft, loose, friable earth or topsoil that is rich in organic matter and decayed leaves, well suited for cultivating plants.
"The gardener enriched the flower beds with dark leaf humus from the forest floor."
Opposites of mold
The opposite of mold shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: