Synonyms for

Breath

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

Definition

The air that goes in and out of your lungs when you breathe.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

respiration inhalation exhalation

Informal

puff gasp

Literary

spirit life soul

Antonyms

suffocation stifling choking apnea cessation

Common collocations

  • take a breath
  • hold your breath
  • catch your breath
  • out of breath
  • deep breath
  • last breath
  • fresh air
  • heavy breath

Word family

noun breath
verb breathe
adjective breathless

Usage note

While 'breath' refers to the air inhaled or exhaled, 'breathe' is the verb form meaning to inhale and exhale. Avoid confusing the two.

Example sentences

  1. I took a deep breath before blowing out the candles.
  2. I could feel my breath getting shorter as I ran faster.
  3. She took a deep breath to calm herself down before giving her speech.
  4. The cold air made my breath visible.
  5. The doctor listened to my breath with a stethoscope.

Quotes

  • Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away. - Maya Angelou
  • The best things in life are the people we love, the places we've been, and the memories we've made along the way. - Anonymous
  • If you want to conquer fear, don't sit home and think about it. Go out and get busy. - Dale Carnegie

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