Synonyms for

Lenders

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

Definition

Lenders are people or organizations who lend money to others with the expectation of being paid back with interest.

Synonyms & similar words

borrower loaner lender creditor loaner financier investor banker moneylender pawnbroker mortgagee funder investor financier bank

Synonyms by register

Formal

creditors financiers investors

Informal

money-lenders loan-sharks

Literary

money-givers patrons

Antonyms

borrowers debtors recipients clients customers

Common collocations

  • private lenders
  • institutional lenders
  • loan lenders
  • mortgage lenders
  • lenders agreement
  • lenders demand
  • lenders provide

Word family

noun lender
verb lend

Usage note

While 'lenders' is the plural of 'lender', it's common to use it in phrases like 'private lenders' or 'institutional lenders' to specify the type of entity providing the loan.

Example sentences

  1. The lenders charged a high interest rate on the loan.
  2. My parents are my lenders for my college tuition.
  3. The bank is a popular lender for home mortgages.
  4. The lender approved my loan application.
  5. The loan agreement was signed by both the borrower and the lender.

Quotes

  • A lender has no friends.
  • A penny saved is a penny earned, but a penny lent is a penny lost by both borrower and lender.
  • A wise borrower is a lender's best friend.

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