Article — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈär-ti-kəl/ ar·ti·cle

Meaning & Definition of Article

Article (noun)

  1. a distinct often numbered section of a writing
  2. a separate clause
  3. a stipulation in a document (such as a contract or a creed)

Article (verb)

  1. to bind by articles (as of apprenticeship)

Article (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a short piece of writing typically expressing a point of view

    "read an article extolling the benefits of vegetarianism"

    similar: composition, essay, paper, theme
    related: causerie, column, commentary, editorial, feature, report, review, write-up, dissertation, thesis, tract, treatise, discourse, discussion, exposition, prolegomenon, study

Related Entry: Article of faith (phrase)

Article of faith is a different word from Article. The synonyms below are for article of faith, not for article.

  1. mental conviction of the truth of some statement or the reality of some being or phenomenon

    "That the meek shall inherit the earth is, for her, an article of faith."

    similar: belief, credence, credit, faith
    related: axiom, law, precept, principle, tenet, assurance, certainty, certitude, conviction, positiveness, sureness, confidence, dependence, reliance, trust, hope, doctrine, dogma, philosophy, dogmatism, fanaticism, insistence
    opposite: disbelief, discredit, doubt, nonbelief, unbelief
    near: distrust, mistrust, skepticism, suspicion, uncertainty

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Article

The most common words with a similar meaning to Article:

composition, essay, paper, theme

Related Words for Article

causerie, column, commentary, editorial, feature, report, review, write-up, dissertation, thesis, tract, treatise, discourse, discussion, exposition, prolegomenon, study

Word Forms of Article

Inflections: articles, articled, articling

Origin & Etymology of Article

Middle English, "item or statement (in a set of rules, doctrines, etc.), clause in a statute or will, item or detail of concern," borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French, borrowed from Latin articulus "connecting point of two bones, joint, part of a limb or digit between two joints, point of time, clause of a document, pronoun or pronominal adjective," from artus (genitive artūs) "joint, limb, part of the body" + -culus, diminutive suffix; Latin artus going back to Indo-European *h2r̥-tú- "joining" (zero-grade derivative of the verbal base *h2er- "fit, join"), whence also Greek artýs "order, arrangement" (recorded only by the grammarian Hesychius; from which Greek artýein "to arrange, prepare"), Armenian ard (genitive ardu) "order," Sanskrit ṛtúḥ "fixed time, order, rule," Avestan ratu- "period of time" arm:3

First known use: 13th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Article

Words & Phrases Containing Article

article of faith, an article of faith, definite article, indefinite article, leading article, the genuine article

Frequently Asked Questions about Article

What does "Article" mean?

"Article" means a distinct often numbered section of a writing. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: a distinct often numbered section of a writing.

What is another word for "Article"?

Other words for "Article" include composition, essay, paper and theme. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Article" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Article"?

There are 21 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Article". Common alternatives include composition, essay, paper and theme.

How do you use "Article" in a sentence?

Examples of "Article" in a sentence: "read an article extolling the benefits of vegetarianism".

Is "Article" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Article" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Article" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As an A1-level word, "Article" is typical of Cambridge A1 Movers (Young Learners), TOEIC Listening & Reading 120+.

How do you pronounce "Article"?

"Article" is pronounced /ˈär-ti-kəl/ and divided into syllables as ar·ti·cle.

What is the origin of the word "Article"?

"Article" comes from Middle English, "item or statement (in a set of rules, doctrines, etc.), clause in a statute or will, item or detail of concern," borrowed from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French, borrowed from Latin articulus "connecting point of two bones, joint, part of a limb or digit between two joints, point of time, clause of a document, pronoun or pronominal adjective," from artus (genitive artūs) "joint, limb, part of the body" + -culus, diminutive suffix; Latin artus going back to Indo-European *h2r̥-tú- "joining" (zero-grade derivative of the verbal base *h2er- "fit, join"), whence also Greek artýs "order, arrangement" (recorded only by the grammarian Hesychius; from which Greek artýein "to arrange, prepare"), Armenian ard (genitive ardu) "order," Sanskrit ṛtúḥ "fixed time, order, rule," Avestan ratu- "period of time" arm:3. First known use: 13th century.