streamlined
3 synonyms and 2 antonyms for streamlined, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Shaped to move smoothly through air or water with little resistance.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Shaped to move smoothly through air or water with little resistance.
“The sports car has a sleek, streamlined body.”
Opposites
2. adj
Made simpler and more efficient.
“He boasted about how quickly the company had brought the 737 Max to market — and praised the Federal Aviation Administration’s “streamlined” certification process.”
Opposites
How to use streamlined
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
streamlined design
streamlined process
Frequently asked questions
What does “streamlined” mean?
The word “streamlined” means shaped to move smoothly through air or water with little resistance. In plain terms, sleek and efficient — whether describing a shape built to cut through air, or a system with the clutter removed.
How do you use “streamlined” in a sentence?
Here is “streamlined” used in a sentence: “The sports car has a sleek, streamlined body.”
What part of speech is “streamlined”?
“Streamlined” is an adjective.
Is “streamlined” a common word?
“Streamlined” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “streamlined” have?
“Streamlined” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: shaped to move smoothly through air or water with little resistance.
