Keynote synonyms

kē'nōt'

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criterion (related)
A standard, rule, or test on which a judgment or decision can be based.
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leading
Having a position in the lead; foremost:
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basic idea
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important (related)
Having relevant and crucial value.
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essence (related)
The concentrated form of a plant or drug obtained through a distillation process.
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basis
A pattern or schedule for proceeding:
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feature
A distinct or outstanding part, quality, or characteristic of something
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gist
The definition of gist is the main point.
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heart
A conventional shape or symbol used to represent the heart, love, or emotion: ♥ or sometimes <3.
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idea
A conception in the mind of something to be done; a plan for doing something, an intention. [from 17th c.]
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measure
The dimensions, quantity, or capacity of something as ascertained by comparison with a standard:
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standard
Something established for use as a rule or basis of comparison in measuring or judging capacity, quantity, content, extent, value, quality, etc.
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tone
(Music) A sound of distinct pitch, quality, and duration; a note.
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topic
A subdivision of a theme, thesis, or outline.
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tonic
A carbonated beverage flavored with a little quinine and served in a mixed drink with gin, vodka, etc.; quinine water
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speaker (related)
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plenary (related)
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keynote address (related)
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keynote speech (related)
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invited (related)
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roundtable (related)
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main
(Nautical) Connected to or located near the mainmast:
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official
Sanctioned by the pharmacopoeia; appointed to be used in medicine; officinal
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opening
Initial or introductory
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ruling principle
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theme
(Music) A recurring melodic element in a composition, especially a melody forming the basis of a set of variations.
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principal (related)
The definition of principal is the first or highest in importance.
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discussant (related)
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Keynote Sentence Examples

  • Its keynote is sovereignty.

  • Its keynote is to be found in the Protagorean " man is the measure."

  • The subordination of reason to a sense of superstitious fanaticism is the keynote of his character, and largely the explanation of his life.

  • But he made the attempt, and resistance to that attempt supplies the keynote to the first twenty-five years of Burke's political life.

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