passage Synonyms
Another word for passage
• noun (Context 1)
A narrow way, corridor, or channel allowing access between buildings, rooms, or different places.
"A dimly lit underground passageway connected the main library to the historical archives."
• noun (Context 2)
A short extract or section from a written work, speech, or musical composition.
"The professor asked the students to analyze a complex excerpt from the second chapter of the novel."
• noun (Context 3)
The act or process of moving through, past, or across a place, or the transition from one state or period of time to another.
"With the passing of time, the once-controversial architectural design became a beloved city landmark."
• noun (Context 4)
The official approval and enactment of a legislative bill into law by a governing body.
"Advocates celebrated the enactment of the environmental protection bill after months of senate debate."
• noun (Context 5)
A journey, especially across the sea by ship, or the right and accommodation to travel on a vessel.
"The naturalist booked crossing on a merchant vessel bound for South America."
• verb (Context 6)
To transfer cells or microorganisms from an existing culture medium to a fresh one in order to maintain growth (in biology).
"The laboratory technician had to subculture the cell line every three days to prevent overcrowding."
Opposites of passage
The opposite of passage shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: