Top synonyms for “give”: afford, apply, break, cave in, chip in, collapse, commit, consecrate, and 34 more below.
Definitions
- (noun)the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
- (verb)proffer (a body part)“She gave her hand to her little sister”
- (verb)consent to engage in sexual intercourse with a man“She gave herself to many men”
- (verb)occur“what gives?”
- (verb)estimate the duration or outcome of something“He gave the patient three months to live”
- (verb)dedicate“give thought to”
- (verb)inflict as a punishment“She gave the boy a good spanking”
- (verb)allow to have or take“I give you two minutes to respond”
- (verb)guide or direct, as by behavior of persuasion“You gave me to think that you agreed with me”
- (verb)submit for consideration, judgment, or use“give one's opinion”
- (verb)give entirely to a specific person, activity, or cause“She committed herself to the work of God”
- (verb)offer in good faith“He gave her his word”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "give"?
Common synonyms for "give" include afford, apply, break, cave in, chip in, collapse. Our thesaurus lists 42 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "give"?
Antonyms for "give" include take. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "give" mean?
the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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