He rested his forearms on the armrests of the armchair.
Source: tatoeba (6732844)
Armrests
Synonyms for "armrests" (5 found)
Ranked by relevance and common usage.
Closest matches (1)
Noun(1 words)
arm rest
Strong matches (2)
Noun(2 words)
arm supportarm support feature
Related words (2)
Noun(2 words)
armrest systemforearm rest
Choosing the right synonym
- Closest matches in this entry: arm rest, arm support, arm support feature, armrest system, forearm rest.
- Sentence evidence is available for armrests, so synonym choice can be checked against real usage rather than a flat word list.
- Ranking signals come from opengloss.
Synonym selection checklist
- Match the part of speech before comparing meanings.
- Check whether the synonym changes intensity, formality, or emotional tone.
- Read the replacement inside the full sentence, not just beside "armrests".
- Prefer the clearest word over the most unusual word when writing for speed or comprehension.
When not to replace "armrests"
Keep "armrests" when the sentence already sounds natural, when a synonym would add unintended emphasis, or when readers need the most familiar wording. A synonym should clarify or sharpen the message, not simply make the sentence look more varied.
If two options seem close, choose the one that best matches the audience and purpose of the sentence.
Replacement workflow
1. Preserve meaning
Choose a synonym only if it keeps the core idea of "armrests" intact in the sentence you are editing.
2. Tune tone
Check whether the replacement sounds more formal, casual, emotional, technical, or forceful than the original word.
3. Re-read context
Read the full sentence after the swap. Keep the synonym only when the sentence becomes clearer or more precise.
Review note: Synonym lists are ranked with lexical data and reviewed for practical writing value. Use the comparison notes, sentence evidence, and source labels together; a high-ranking synonym can still be wrong when the audience, register, or grammar changes.
Final fit check
After choosing a replacement for "armrests", read the sentence once for meaning and once for rhythm. The best synonym should feel natural in the full sentence, not only accurate in a word list.
If the synonym makes the sentence slower, vaguer, or more dramatic than intended, keep "armrests" or choose a simpler alternative from the closest-match group.
Related word relations
OpenGloss and ConceptNet supply richer edges like generalizations, collocations, and derivations.
More general
4 entriesdesign elementfurniture componentfurniture featureseat feature
More specific
5 entriesadjustable armrestcontoured armrestfolding armrestpadded armrestretractable armrest
Collocations
6 entriesadjustable armrestarmrest heightarmrest widthcontoured armrestfolding armrestpadded armrest
Sample sentences
3 total sentences available.
My best trips, the sweetest ones, were made close to the chimney, my feet in the hot ashes, my elbows on the worn-out armrests of my grandmother's sofa.
Source: tatoeba (10848777)
He sat in his chair with both feet planted firmly on the metal floor, and his hands gripping the armrests as though he were afraid he might float off toward the ceiling if he let go.
Source: tatoeba (12140004)
Common questions
What are the closest synonyms for "armrests"?
Closest matches include arm rest, arm support, arm support feature, armrest system, forearm rest.
How should I check whether a synonym fits "armrests"?
Compare the replacement against real sentence context. This entry includes sample sentences so you can check tone, grammar, and meaning before swapping words.