Synonyms for

Recipient

Verb / rʌˈsɪpi:ʌnt / / rɪˈsɪpi:ʌnt / Another word for recipient — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A recipient is a person or organization that receives something.

Synonyms & similar words

recipientrole receiver addressee receiver beneficiary heir legatee donee grantee obtainer holder bearer attorney successor assignee devisee payee client customer patient student applicant

Synonyms by register

Formal

beneficiary heir assignee donee

Informal

receiver taker guy who gets it

Literary

inheritor legatee

Antonyms

giver donor sender source originator bestower

Common collocations

  • recipient of
  • recipient of an award
  • recipient of funding
  • recipient of a transplant
  • recipient of aid
  • recipient of a gift
  • recipient of the prize

Word family

noun recipient
verb receive
adjective receivable

Usage note

While 'receiver' can be a synonym, 'recipient' often implies receiving something of value, significance, or by formal designation, such as an award or donation.

Example sentences

  1. The recipient of the birthday present was very excited.
  2. The recipient of the scholarship was grateful for the opportunity.
  3. The recipient of the letter was confused by the message.
  4. The recipient of the email was happy to hear from her friend.
  5. The recipient of the package was surprised by its contents.

Quotes

  • The greatest gift you can give someone is your time because when you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you will never get back. - Anonymous
  • The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. - Nelson Mandela
  • The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart. - Helen Keller

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