Synonyms for

Switches

Noun / ˈswɪtʃʌz / / ˈswɪtʃɪz / Another word for switches — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Switches is the plural form of switch. A switch is a device that can turn something on or off, or change the direction of something.

Synonyms & similar words

replacement throw trade exchange swop tack permutation transposition change switching interchange swap shift switch substitution flip alternate toggle shift change flip exchange swap alternate vary replace substitute turn transmute modify transform convert adjust adapt divert displace transpose

Synonyms by register

Formal

alternates changes modifies diverts

Informal

flips changes over toggles

Literary

transposes shifts veers

Antonyms

stays remains persists continues holds maintains

Common collocations

  • switch on
  • switch off
  • switch to
  • switch sides
  • switch places
  • switch channels
  • switch gears
  • switch out

Word family

noun switch
verb switch
adjective switchable

Usage note

The verb 'switches' often implies a change from one state or option to another. It can be used both literally (e.g., switching a light) and figuratively (e.g., switching jobs).

Compare "switches" with another word →

Example sentences

  1. He switches his phone to silent mode during class.
  2. She switches her shoes when going from work to the gym.
  3. The train switches tracks at the junction.
  4. The light switches on when it gets dark.
  5. He switches between playing the guitar and singing.

Quotes

  • "If you want to change the world, change the metaphor." - Joseph Campbell
  • "Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future." - John F. Kennedy
  • "Change your thoughts and you change your world." - Norman Vincent Peale

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words