Synonyms for
Messages
Definition
Messages are pieces of information that are sent from one person to another using a phone, computer, or other device.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- send messages
- receive messages
- read messages
- delete messages
- private messages
- important messages
- urgent messages
- group messages
Word family
Usage note
While 'messages' can refer to spoken words, it most commonly refers to written or electronic communications. Avoid using it for singular instances unless referring to a specific type, like 'voicemail message'.
Example sentences
- My mom left me a message saying she'll be home late from work.
- I sent a message to my friend asking if he wants to hang out this weekend.
- The teacher left a message for my parents about my grades.
- I received a message from my favorite singer on social media!
- The president made a public message about the importance of voting.
Quotes
A message is a spontaneous expression of an instant and immediate conscience, which requires an immediate and present conscience from the recipient.
The message of Christmas is that the visible material world is bound to the invisible spiritual world.
What we see depends mainly on what we look for. If we look for messages of love, we're likely to find them everywhere. If we look for messages of fear, we'll find those instead.