Top synonyms for “off”: away, bump off, cancelled, dispatch, forth, hit, murder, polish off, and 8 more below.
Definitions
- (verb)kill intentionally and with premeditation“The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered”
- (adjective)not performing or scheduled for duties“He's off every Tuesday”
- (adjective)not in operation or operational“the oven is off”
- (adjective)(of events) no longer planned or scheduled“the wedding is definitely off”
- (adjective)below a satisfactory level“an off year for tennis”
- (adjective)in an unpalatable state“sour milk”
- (adverb)no longer on or in contact or attached“clean off the dirt”
- (adverb)from a particular thing or place or position (`forth' is obsolete)“ran away from the lion”
- (adverb)at a distance in space or time“the boat was 5 miles off (or away)”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "off"?
Common synonyms for "off" include away, bump off, cancelled, dispatch, forth, hit. Our thesaurus lists 16 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "off"?
Antonyms for "off" include on. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "off" mean?
kill intentionally and with premeditation Example: "The mafia boss ordered his enemies murdered"
How do I use synonyms when writing lyrics?
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