Synonyms for

Score

Verb / skɔ:r / Another word for score — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Score means to achieve or obtain something, such as a point in a game, a grade on a test, or a goal in life.

Synonyms & similar words

grievance grade hit account mark seduce make scotch grudge rackup tally sexualconquest musicalscore nock tally count record mark grade result achievement success victory win accomplishment attainment gain advance improve reach succeed earn obtain acquire

Synonyms by register

Formal

tally record enumerate quantify

Informal

mark point win beat

Literary

account reckoning tally

Antonyms

lose fail defeat forfeit surrender yield

Common collocations

  • score a goal
  • score a point
  • score a victory
  • score high
  • score low
  • keep score
  • settle the score
  • settle a score

Word family

noun score
verb score
adjective scored

Usage note

The word 'score' can refer to the number of points in a game or competition, or to achieve or win something. Be mindful of context to distinguish between these meanings.

Example sentences

  1. I need to score at least 80% on the test to pass the class.
  2. The basketball game ended with a score of 105-98.
  3. I hope to score a goal in the soccer game this weekend.
  4. I'm going to the store to score some snacks for the movie.
  5. He worked hard to score a promotion at work.

Quotes

  • We all score goals in different ways, but a goal is still a goal. - Mia Hamm
  • You miss 100% of the shots you don't take. - Wayne Gretzky
  • It's not whether you get knocked down, it's whether you get up. - Vince Lombardi

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