Synonyms for

Takers

Verb / ˈteɪkɜ:z / Another word for takers — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

People who take or accept something that is offered.

Synonyms & similar words

taker accepters grabbers receivers winners users consumers claimers seizers takers-in holders acquirers catchers collectors recipients withdrawers appropriators inheritors obtainers thieves filchers

Synonyms by register

Formal

recipients acceptors inheritors

Informal

grabbers users beneficiaries

Literary

receivers heirs

Antonyms

givers donors providers suppliers bestowers contributors

Common collocations

  • takers of responsibility
  • takers of notes
  • takers of oaths
  • takers of hostages
  • takers of advantage
  • takers of the lead
  • takers of the throne

Word family

noun taker
verb take

Usage note

The word 'takers' often implies a passive reception or acquisition. It can sometimes carry a slightly negative connotation, suggesting someone who benefits without contributing.

Example sentences

  1. The takers of the cake were the first ones to finish it.
  2. The takers of the test did very well on it.
  3. The takers of the survey were mostly women.
  4. The takers of the quiz got all the answers right.
  5. The takers of the prizes were very excited.

Quotes

  • The takers may eat better, but the givers sleep better.
  • Takers think that the world is a zero-sum game.
  • Givers may not have much, but takers don't have anything.

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