Synonyms for

Drew

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

Definition

to make a picture, image or design by using a pen or pencil on paper

Synonyms & similar words

get cast thread run force tie pass guide make string drag deposit depict quarter draw absorb repel pull withdraw delineate line imbibe push reap attract sketch illustrate delineate depict render portray paint trace compose design formulate conceive draft outline chart graph diagram plot map image

Synonyms by register

Formal

attracted enticed lured compelled

Informal

pulled in got made gotten

Literary

beckoned allured charmed

Antonyms

pushed repelled discouraged deterred offended

Common collocations

  • drew attention
  • drew a crowd
  • drew a conclusion
  • drew a picture
  • drew a blank
  • drew inspiration
  • drew a breath
  • drew the line

Word family

noun drawing
verb draw
adjective drawing

Usage note

The past tense of 'draw'. Can refer to the act of creating an image, pulling something, or eliciting a response.

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Example sentences

  1. She drew a beautiful picture of a sunset.
  2. Yesterday, I drew a picture of my family.
  3. He drew a map to help us find our way.
  4. I want to learn how to draw animals.
  5. Can you draw a picture of a house for me?

Quotes

  • I cannot paint for my life, but I drew the best pictures Bill had ever seen.
  • I don't have to draw, I can always find pictures.
  • I draw what I feel, which is no more than doing my job.

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