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keyword Synonyms & Antonyms

/ˈkiː.wɜːd/

What Is Another Word for Keyword?

Common synonyms for keyword are operative word and workword.

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Keyword as a Noun

1

Any word used as the key to a code.

2

Any word used in a reference work to link to other words or other information.

3

Any important word in a text or document, which may be linked to other words or other information, or listed in the metadata for searches to find.

4

A reserved word used to identify a specific command, function, etc.

Synonyms & similar words

5

Any word that occurs in a text more often than normal.

Keyword as a Verb

1

To tag with keywords, as for example to facilitate searching.

Word Forms & Grammar

keyword (plural keywords)

keyword (third-person singular simple present keywords, present participle keywording, simple past and past participle keyworded)

Words That Rhyme With Keyword

Origin of Keyword

From key +‎ word.

Keyword at a Glance

Part of speechnoun, verb
Pronunciation/ˈkiː.wɜːd/
Syllables2
MeaningAny word used as the key to a code
Synonymsoperative word and workword
Pluralkeywords
Verb formskeywords, keywording, keyworded

How Do You Say Keyword?

You say keyword as /ˈkiː.wɜːd/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (kiː).

Frequently Asked Questions About Keyword

Is keyword a noun or a verb?

Keyword is mainly used as a noun, but it can also be used as a verb.

What is the plural of keyword?

The plural of keyword is keywords.

What is the past tense of keyword?

The past tense of keyword is keyworded. The present participle is keywording.