All Definitions for Screen
Below are all the dictionary definitions of screen:
1A physical divider intended to block an area from view, or provide shelter from something dangerous.
2A material woven from fine wires intended to block animals or large particles from passing while allowing gasses, liquids and finer particles to pass.
3A frame supporting a mesh of bars or wires used to classify fragments of stone by size, allowing the passage of fragments whose a diameter is smaller than the distance between the bars or wires.
4The protective netting which protects the audience from flying objects
5A stencil upon a framed mesh through which paint is forced onto printed-on material
6The frame with the mesh itself.
7Searching through a sample for a target
8An act of screening, or the method for it.
9A technique used to identify genes so as to study gene functions.
10Various forms or formats of information display
11The viewing surface or area of a movie, or moving picture or slide presentation.
12A room in a cinema.
13The informational viewing area of electronic devices, where output is displayed.
14One of the individual regions of a video game, etc. divided into separate screens.
15The visualised data or imagery displayed on a computer screen.
16A disguise
17Concealment.
18An offensive tactic in which a player stands so as to block a defender from reaching a teammate.
19An erection of white canvas or wood placed on the boundary opposite a batsman to make the ball more easily visible.
20A collection of less-valuable vessels that travel with a more valuable one for the latter's protection.
21A dwarf wall or partition carried up to a certain height for separation and protection, as in a church, to separate the aisle from the choir, etc.
22To filter by passing through a screen.
23To shelter or conceal.
24To remove information, or censor intellectual material from viewing. To hide the facts.
25To present publicly (on the screen).
26To fit with a screen.
27To examine patients or treat a sample in order to detect a chemical or a disease, or to assess susceptibility to a disease.
28To search chemical libraries by means of a computational technique in order to identify chemical compounds which would potentially bind to a given biological target such as a protein.
29To stand so as to block a defender from reaching a teammate.
30To determine the source or subject matter of a call before deciding whether to answer the phone.
31A large scarf.
32A surname.
33Ellipsis of screen pass. [(American football) A short pass to a receiver protected by blockers.]
34Definitions related to standing in the path of an opposing player [(American football) A short pass to a receiver protected by blockers.]
About synonyms for screen
Finding the right synonym for screen helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "A physical divider intended to block an area from view, or provide shelter from something dangerous.", screen has 6 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Test is the most direct replacement in most situations. Concealment works well in formal or professional contexts. Cover 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 screen, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.