Synonyms for

Cover

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

Definition

to place something over or upon, as for protection, concealment, or warmth

Synonyms & similar words

masking screening deal continue track concealment plow getover enshroud report covering blanket covert top compensate shroud overlay treat cutthrough binding incubate cross underwrite uncover back wrap blanket mask conceal hide shield protect screen shroud veil envelop coat overlay sheathe encase enclose obscure camouflage cloak drape

Synonyms by register

Formal

conceal hide mask obscure

Informal

hide keep secret keep quiet

Literary

shroud veil envelop

Antonyms

uncover reveal expose disclose bare unveil

Common collocations

  • cover letter
  • cover story
  • cover charge
  • cover up
  • cover ground
  • cover expenses
  • cover all bases

Word family

noun coverage, cover, covering
verb cover
adjective covered, covering

Usage note

The verb 'cover' has many meanings, from physical concealment to reporting on an event. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I will cover my plants with a tarp because it is going to rain.
  2. Can you cover the book with the paper bag?
  3. The teacher will cover the lesson on math today.
  4. The snow will cover the ground in the winter.
  5. The blanket will cover you and keep you warm.

Quotes

  • Don't judge a book by its cover.
  • When life gets too hard to stand, kneel and pray for a cover.
  • The sky is not a limit for those who have their eyes covered by imagination.

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