Synonyms for

S

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

Definition

S is the 19th letter of the alphabet and is a consonant.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

cessation termination conclusion ending

Informal

stop quit halt cut it out

Literary

demise expiration close

Antonyms

start beginning origin source birth dawn genesis

Common collocations

  • s the day
  • s here
  • s the time
  • s the moment
  • s the word
  • s it
  • s up

Word family

verb stop
adjective stopped
adverb stop

Usage note

The word 's' is a colloquial contraction of 'it is' or 'it has'. It is not a standalone word with antonyms or synonyms in the traditional sense. Its usage is primarily in informal speech and writing.

Example sentences

  1. S is a letter in the alphabet.
  2. My name starts with the letter S.
  3. The word snake has an S in it.
  4. S is a consonant sound.
  5. The letter S makes a hissing sound.

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