Synonyms for

Give

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

Definition

to transfer something to someone else without expecting anything in return

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

provide bestow grant confer

Informal

hand over pass let have

Literary

bestow impart yield

Antonyms

take receive keep withhold retain refuse deny

Common collocations

  • give a gift
  • give a chance
  • give a hand
  • give advice
  • give permission
  • give way
  • give up
  • give back

Word family

noun gift
verb give
adjective giving

Usage note

The word 'give' is very versatile. Be mindful of its many phrasal verbs, such as 'give up' or 'give in', which have distinct meanings.

Example sentences

  1. I will give you a hug.
  2. Can you give me a piece of candy?
  3. I want to give my mom a present.
  4. Let's give our old toys to charity.
  5. I always give my dog a treat when he is good.

Quotes

  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • As we give, we find that sacrifice brings forth the blessings of heaven and in the end we learn it was no sacrifice. - Spencer W. Kimball
  • You give little when you give of your possessions. It is when you give of yourself that you truly give. - Kahlil Gibran

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