Synonyms for

Practice

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

Definition

Practice means repeating an activity or skill to improve proficiency.

Synonyms & similar words

pattern rehearse commit use practise do apply drill praxis exercise practicesession recitation rehearsal drill exercise training repetition routine habit custom tradition preparation warm-up refinement polish study discipline workout run-through reiteration iteration rehearse

Synonyms by register

Formal

exercise implementation application execution

Informal

drill rehearsal doing trying

Literary

custom observance rite

Antonyms

neglect idleness inactivity cessation disuse abstinence

Common collocations

  • practice makes perfect
  • medical practice
  • legal practice
  • practice medicine
  • practice law
  • practice makes
  • daily practice
  • regular practice

Word family

noun practice
verb practice
adjective practiced

Usage note

In American English, 'practice' is the noun and 'practise' is the verb. In British English, 'practice' can be both the noun and the verb.

Example sentences

  1. She went to soccer practice after school.
  2. He needs to practice his reading skills.
  3. I will practice my speech before the presentation.
  4. The doctor has a busy medical practice.
  5. I need to practice more before the big concert.

Quotes

  • Practice makes perfect.
  • We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.
  • Without continual growth and progress, such words as improvement, achievement, and success have no meaning.

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