What is another word for return?

Common synonyms for return include regaining, refund, recall, take, give.

What is the opposite of return?

Antonyms of return include leave, depart, exit, go, quit.

Synonyms for

Return

Verb / rɪˈtɜ:n / / ri:ˈtɜ:n / Another word for return — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To come or go back to a place or person.

Synonyms & similar words

regaining refund recall take give rejoinder deliver devolve generate rejoin proceeds homecoming reelect replication takings repay pass fall comeback render riposte recurrence yield retrovert reappearance restore reappear revert repeat render repay recompense restitution restitution reparation recurrence reflect rejoinder reply response

Synonyms by register

Formal

revert restore restitute repatriate

Informal

come back go back head back get back

Literary

revisit retrace recur

Antonyms

leave depart exit go quit abandon desist

Common collocations

return home
return the favor
return to sender
return a call
return to normal
return the money
return the book

Word family

noun return

verb return

adjective returning

Usage note

The word 'return' can be used in many contexts, from physical movement to abstract concepts like returning a favor. Be mindful of the specific verb tense and prepositions used with it, such as 'return to' or 'return from'.

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