Synonyms for

Chapters

Verb / ˈtʃæptɜ:z / Another word for chapters — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Chapters are the main divisions of a book or any written work.

Synonyms & similar words

Synonyms by register

Informal

Literary

Antonyms

Common collocations

  • first chapter
  • next chapter
  • previous chapter
  • read the chapter
  • write a chapter
  • chapter one
  • chapter title
  • chapter heading

Word family

noun chapter

Usage note

While 'chapters' refers to distinct sections of a book, it can also be used metaphorically to describe periods or events in a life or history.

Example sentences

  1. The book has 20 chapters in total.
  2. I always read a chapter before going to bed at night.
  3. Each chapter in this book is very interesting to read.
  4. I have skipped a few chapters in this book because they were boring.
  5. The professor assigned us to read two chapters of the textbook for homework.

Quotes

  • The first sentence of every novel should be: Trust me, this will take time but there is order here, very faint, very human. Meander if you want to get to town. - Michael Ondaatje, 'In the Skin of a Lion'
  • A great book should leave you with many experiences, and slightly exhausted at the end. You live several lives while reading. - William Styron
  • A book is a version of the world. If you do not like it, ignore it; or offer your own version in return. - Salman Rushdie

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