What is another word for run?

Common synonyms for run include bunk, ladder, guide, unravel, range.

What is the opposite of run?

Antonyms of run include walk, stand, halt, stop, stay.

Synonyms for

Run

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

Definition

to move quickly on foot by taking quick steps in which each foot leaves the ground before the next foot touches the ground

Synonyms & similar words

bunk ladder guide unravel range trackdown footrace ravel blackmarket melt diehard malfunction go bleed runningplay pass test turntail execute scat runaway feed outpouring extend streak jog sprint dash gallop hurry scamper speed race dart bolt rush hasten fly zoom whiz bound leap skip hop spring

Synonyms by register

Formal

operate manage execute conduct

Informal

dash bolt scoot jog

Literary

hasten scamper career

Antonyms

walk stand halt stop stay crawl sit

Common collocations

run a business
run a marathon
run a risk
run into trouble
run out of time
run a test
run a program
run a fever

Word family

noun run

verb run

adjective running

Usage note

The word 'run' has many meanings. Be mindful of context to distinguish between literal running and figurative uses like 'run a company' or 'run a program'.

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