All Definitions for Case
Below are all the dictionary definitions of case:
1An actual event, situation, or fact.
2A piece of work, specifically defined within a profession
3The set of tasks involved in addressing the situation of a specific person or event.
4An instance or event as a topic of study.
5A legal proceeding
6A lawsuit or prosecution.
7A specific inflection of a word (particularly a noun, pronoun, or adjective) depending on its function in the sentence.
8Grammatical cases and their meanings taken either as a topic in general or within a specific language.
9An instance of a specific condition or set of symptoms.
10A section of code representing one of the actions of a conditional switch.
11A box that contains or can contain a number of identical items of manufacture.
12A box, sheath, or covering generally.
13A piece of luggage that can be used to transport an apparatus such as a sewing machine.
14An enclosing frame or casing.
15A suitcase.
16A piece of furniture, constructed partially of transparent glass or plastic, within which items can be displayed.
17The outer covering or framework of a piece of apparatus such as a computer.
18The nature of a piece of alphabetic type, whether a “capital” (upper case) or “small” (lower case) letter.
19Four of a kind.
20A unit of liquid measure used to measure sales in the beverage industry, equivalent to 192 fluid ounces.
21A small fissure which admits water into the workings.
22A thin layer of harder metal on the surface of an object whose deeper metal is allowed to remain soft.
23A cardboard box that holds (usually 24) beer bottles or cans.
24The last remaining card of a particular rank.
25To place (an item or items of manufacture) into a box, as in preparation for shipment.
26To cover or protect with, or as if with, a case
27To enclose.
28To survey (a building or other location) surreptitiously, as in preparation for a robbery.
29A given condition or state.
30A love affair.
31To propose hypothetical cases.
32A shallow tray divided into compartments or "boxes" for holding type, traditionally arranged in sets of two, the "upper case" (containing capitals, small capitals, accented) and "lower case" (small letters, figures, punctuation marks, quadrats, and spaces).
33A counterfeit crown (five-shilling coin).
34Coatings, adhesives, sealants and elastomers.
35Computer-aided software engineering.
36Abstract feature of a noun phrase that determines its function in a sentence, such as a grammatical case and a position.
37A surname.
38A place name:
39A township in Presque Isle County, Michigan, United States.
40An unincorporated community in Laclede County, Missouri, United States.
41An unincorporated community in Warren County, Missouri.
About synonyms for case
Finding the right synonym for case helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "An actual event, situation, or fact.", case has 7 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Caseful is the most direct replacement in most situations. Vitrine works well in formal or professional contexts. Showcase is often preferred when the context calls for a more specific or nuanced expression.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for case, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.