Input — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈin-ˌpu̇t/ in·put

Meaning & Definition of Input

Input (noun)

  1. something that is put in
  2. advice, opinion, comment
  3. information fed into a data processing system or computer

Input (verb)

  1. to enter (data) into a computer or data processing system

Input (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. matter that is fed into something

    "at that point I was being subjected to so much sensory input that I had to close my eyes"

    similar: intake
    related: accretion, accrual, addendum, addition, augmentation, gain, increment, supplement
    opposite: output, outturn, production, throughput

  2. an opinion suggesting a wise or proper course of action

    "he solicited input from several trusted sources before making the investment"

    similar: adjuration, admonishment, admonition, advice, counsel, guidance
    related: recommendation, suggestion, hint, pointer, tip, data, feedback, information, answer, solution, advisement, consideration, thought, alarm, alert, caution, cautioning, expostulation, forewarning, remonstrance, remonstration, urging, warning, judgment, observation, verdict, assistance, briefing, coaching, direction, instruction, mentoring, priming, prompting, teaching, tutoring, interference, kibitzing, meddling, moralizing, pontificating, preaching, exhortation, lecture, lesson, sermon, speech

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Input

The most common words with a similar meaning to Input:

intake, adjuration, admonishment, admonition, advice, counsel, guidance

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Input

Words with the opposite meaning of Input:

output, outturn, production, throughput

Related Words for Input

accretion, accrual, addendum, addition, augmentation, gain, increment, supplement, recommendation, suggestion, hint, pointer, tip, data, feedback, information, answer, solution, advisement, consideration, thought, alarm, alert, caution, cautioning, expostulation, forewarning, remonstrance, remonstration, urging

Word Forms of Input

Inflections: inputted, inputting

Origin & Etymology of Input

First known use: 1653

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Input

Frequently Asked Questions about Input

What does "Input" mean?

"Input" means something that is put in. As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: something that is put in. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Input"?

Other words for "Input" include intake, adjuration, admonishment, admonition, advice, counsel and guidance. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Input" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Input"?

There are 62 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Input". Common alternatives include intake, adjuration, admonishment, admonition, advice, counsel and guidance.

What is the opposite of "Input"?

Antonyms of "Input" include output, outturn, production and throughput.

How do you use "Input" in a sentence?

Examples of "Input" in a sentence: "at that point I was being subjected to so much sensory input that I had to close my eyes"; "he solicited input from several trusted sources before making the investment".

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

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

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

As a B2-level word, "Input" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+. It is on the Academic Word List, so it appears often in IELTS Academic, TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, and university texts.

How do you pronounce "Input"?

"Input" is pronounced /ˈin-ˌpu̇t/ and divided into syllables as in·put.