What is another word for collect?

Common synonyms for collect include callfor, rollup, pulltogether, pileup, pickup.

What is the opposite of collect?

Antonyms of collect include disperse, distribute, scatter, spread, give away.

Synonyms for

Collect

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

Definition

to gather or bring together

Synonyms & similar words

callfor rollup pulltogether pileup pickup gatherup takein garner pullin spread cod gather compile amass accumulate hoard assemble accumulate amass gather compile hoard stockpile harvest collective aggregate collected gathered grouped pooled united combined joint cooperative

Synonyms by register

Formal

gather assemble amass accumulate

Informal

get grab round up pick up

Literary

glean reap muster

Antonyms

disperse distribute scatter spread give away release

Common collocations

collect data
collect stamps
collect garbage
collect rent
collect evidence
collect donations
collect taxes

Word family

noun collection

verb collect

adjective collective

adverb collectively

Usage note

When referring to gathering items, 'collect' is generally neutral. 'Amass' and 'accumulate' suggest a larger quantity, often over time. Be careful not to confuse 'collect' with 'correct'.