Synonyms for

Spare

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

Definition

to give something extra, or to not use something

Synonyms & similar words

unembellished superfluous trim scanty plain excess supernumerary free extra surplus unornamented redundant supererogatory save bare extra surplus unused leftover reserve excess surplus abundant plentiful ample surviving remaining unoccupied free uncommitted available disposable spare-time

Synonyms by register

Formal

surplus excess redundant superfluous

Informal

extra leftover unneeded additional

Literary

unclaimed unoccupied unburdened

Antonyms

needed essential required necessary crucial vital

Common collocations

  • spare tire
  • spare change
  • spare room
  • spare part
  • spare time
  • spare no effort
  • spare a thought

Word family

noun spares
verb spare
adjective spare

Usage note

As a verb, 'spare' can mean to refrain from harming or to give something. As an adjective, it often refers to something kept in reserve or not in use.

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Example sentences

  1. I have a spare pencil you can use.
  2. Can you spare some change?
  3. He always carries a spare tire in his car.
  4. I need to spare some time for exercise.
  5. Please spare me the details.

Quotes

  • We have nothing to spare but time. Which means we have everything. - Margaret Atwood
  • It is important to remember that we all have magic inside us. - J.K. Rowling
  • Happiness is not something ready made. It comes from your own actions. - Dalai Lama XIV

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