omission
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for omission, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. noun
The act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out.
“The report contained a glaring omission of key financial figures.”
Opposites
2. noun
A failure to do something one was supposed to do.
“The accident was caused by an omission rather than a deliberate act.”
Opposites
How to use omission
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a glaring omission
sins of omission
errors and omissions
Etymology
From Latin omissio, from omittere, "to let go" or "leave out."
Full origin of omission →Frequently asked questions
What does “omission” mean?
The word “omission” means the act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out. In plain terms, something left out, or a failure to do something required.
How do you pronounce “omission”?
“Omission” is pronounced uh-MIHSH-uhn (/oʊˈmɪʃ.ən/ in IPA).
How do you use “omission” in a sentence?
Here is “omission” used in a sentence: “The report contained a glaring omission of key financial figures.”
What part of speech is “omission”?
“Omission” is a noun.
Where does the word “omission” come from?
The word “omission” comes from Latin. From Latin omissio, from omittere, "to let go" or "leave out.".
Is “omission” a common word?
“Omission” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “omission” have?
“Omission” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of leaving something out, or something that has been left out.
