Synonyms for

Sweat

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

Definition

to excrete moisture through the pores of the skin, typically as a result of heat or exertion

Synonyms & similar words

fret sudor stew effort travail exertion sudate elbowgrease swither perspiration perspire lather perspire glow glisten dribble secrete ooze emit exude flow stream trickle pour spout shed leak run drip drizzle rain

Synonyms by register

Formal

perspire exude

Informal

drip bead glisten

Literary

dew moisture

Antonyms

cool dry calm relaxed unflustered serene

Common collocations

  • sweat profusely
  • sweat it out
  • sweat beads
  • sweat glands
  • sweat equity
  • sweat shop
  • sweat pants

Word family

noun sweat
verb sweat
adjective sweaty
adverb sweatingly

Usage note

The verb 'sweat' can also be used figuratively to mean 'to worry' or 'to exert oneself greatly'. 'Perspire' is a more formal synonym.

Example sentences

  1. I sweat a lot when I play sports.
  2. The hot sun made me sweat.
  3. Exercise makes me sweat.
  4. I can feel the sweat dripping down my face.
  5. My shirt was soaked with sweat after the game.

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