Synonyms for

Contacting

Verb / ˈkɑ:ˌntæktɪŋ / Another word for contacting — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The act of communicating with someone, typically by phone or email.

Synonyms & similar words

adjoin touch getthrough reach contact meet getholdof communicating connecting reaching calling phoning emailing texting messaging buzzing

Synonyms by register

Formal

communicating corresponding liaising interfacing

Informal

reaching out getting in touch pinging checking in

Literary

communing conferring

Antonyms

disconnecting ignoring avoiding unrelated unconnected disengaging ceasing

Common collocations

  • contacting someone
  • contacting a company
  • contacting authorities
  • contacting support
  • contacting you
  • contacting us
  • contacting a lawyer

Word family

noun contact
verb contact
adjective contactable

Usage note

The verb 'contact' is often used in both formal and informal contexts. Be mindful of the register when choosing synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. I am contacting customer support to resolve my issue.
  2. He is contacting his family to let them know he is safe.
  3. She is contacting her boss to ask for a day off.
  4. They are contacting the media to publicize their event.
  5. We are contacting our volunteers to come to our meeting.

Quotes

  • The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't being said. - Peter Drucker
  • The art of communication is the language of leadership. - James Humes
  • Good communication is as stimulating as black coffee, and just as hard to sleep after. - Anne Morrow Lindbergh

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