express
/ɪkˈsprɛs/
Reviewed on
Also an adjective, a noun, and an adverb
Meaning
To convey a thought, feeling, or opinion in words, gestures, or actions.
She expressed her gratitude to the team after the successful launch.
Can you express that concept more clearly?
How it's used
This means “show what you think or feel”
- express your feelings
- express yourself
“express it.”
Children often express themselves through drawing.
Collocations
- express concern
- express interest
- express regret
Synonyms
- convey
- voice
- articulate
Antonyms
Meaning
Clearly and directly stated rather than merely implied.
He acted without the express permission of his supervisor.
The contract contained an express warranty covering all repairs.
Operating with high speed or making few stops along a route.
We took the express train to avoid the morning traffic.
Is there an express bus that goes directly downtown?
Collocations
- express permission
- express purpose
- express wish
- express train
- express bus
- express lane
- express delivery
Synonyms
- explicit
- rapid
- direct
Antonyms
- implicit
- local
Meaning
A fast public transportation vehicle, especially a train or bus, that makes few stops.
The morning express arrives at the central terminal at eight sharp.
Did you catch the express or the local?
Meaning
By means of a rapid delivery or transport service.
They sent the urgent contract express to ensure same-day arrival.
Could this package be shipped express instead?
Collocations
- send express