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Texted

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

Definition

To send a written message electronically, usually using a mobile phone.

Synonyms & similar words

messaged emailed communicated pinged whatsapped DMed chatted phoned buzzed beeped radioed signaled telegraphed delivered

Synonyms by register

Formal

communicated corresponded messaged

Informal

messaged pinged hit up DM'd

Literary

dispatched missives conveyed tidings

Antonyms

spoke called conversed chatted communicated verbally interacted face-to-face

Common collocations

  • texted a friend
  • texted a message
  • texted back
  • texted goodbye
  • texted for help
  • texted the details
  • texted the news

Word family

noun text
verb text
adjective textual

Usage note

Primarily used in informal contexts to describe sending a short message via a mobile device. While 'text' can be a noun, 'texted' is specifically the past tense of the verb form.

Example sentences

  1. I texted my mom to let her know I arrived safely at school.
  2. He texted his friend to invite her to his birthday party.
  3. She texted her teacher to ask for help with her homework.
  4. My sister texted me a funny joke.
  5. We texted our neighbor to borrow some sugar.

Quotes

  • A picture is worth a thousand words, but it takes a thousand words to text a picture.
  • The art of communication is no longer just about talking, but also about texting.
  • Don't forget to text your loved ones and let them know you care.

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