Synonyms for

Bills

Verb / bɪlz / Another word for bills — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Money owed for goods or services received.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

invoices statements accounts demands

Informal

tabs chits dues tabs

Literary

reckonings tallies

Antonyms

receipts credits income earnings assets

Common collocations

  • pay the bills
  • bill collector
  • bill of sale
  • bill of lading
  • bill of rights
  • bill of exchange
  • bill of health
  • bill of indictment

Word family

noun bill
verb bill

Usage note

The word 'bills' can refer to financial obligations or legislative proposals. Context is crucial for understanding the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. I need to pay my bills before the due date.
  2. My parents have to pay the bills every month.
  3. I have a lot of bills to pay this month.
  4. I received a bill for my medical expenses.
  5. The company sent me a bill for their services.

Quotes

  • A penny saved is a penny earned, but a penny gained from a lottery ticket is a penny spent on bills.
  • A promise made is a debt unpaid.
  • I've got bills to pay, I've got mouths to feed, and ain't nothing in this world for free.

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