Synonyms for
Save
Definition
to rescue or protect someone or something from harm, danger, or loss
Synonyms & similar words
economise
economize
bringthrough
holdopen
pullthrough
keep
makeunnecessary
salvage
spare
carrythrough
saveup
keepopen
relieve
salve
preserve
redeem
layaside
write
deliver
rescue
recover
salvage
preserve
protect
shield
safeguard
defend
free
release
deliver
liberate
redeem
spare
keep
store
hoard
conserve
maintain
sustain
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- save money
- save time
- save lives
- save energy
- save the day
- save for a rainy day
- save a file
- save someone's life
Word family
Usage note
The word 'save' can have many meanings, from rescuing someone to setting money aside. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity. 'Save' as a verb is often used in computing to refer to storing data.
Example sentences
- I need to save money for a new bike.
- He tried to save the bird's nest from falling off the tree.
- She saved the day by bringing the forgotten documents.
- We need to save the environment.
- The firefighter saved the child from the burning building.
Quotes
A penny saved is a penny earned. - Benjamin Franklin
Let us not be satisfied with just giving money. Money is not enough, money can be got, but they need your hearts to love them. So, spread your love everywhere you go. - Mother Teresa
If you save a life, you're a hero. If you save a hundred lives, you're a nurse. - Anonymous