Synonyms for

Threw

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

Definition

past tense of throw

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

propelled launched hurled dispatched

Informal

tossed flung lobbed chucked

Literary

cast disgorged vented

Antonyms

caught received held kept retained grasped secured

Common collocations

  • threw a party
  • threw a ball
  • threw a fit
  • threw a tantrum
  • threw a punch
  • threw a glance
  • threw up
  • threw a dart

Word family

noun throw
verb throw
adjective throwaway

Usage note

"Threw" is the past tense of the verb "throw". It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to describe the act of propelling something through the air.

Example sentences

  1. She threw the frisbee to her dog.
  2. He threw the trash in the bin.
  3. The baseball player threw the ball to first base.
  4. She threw a surprise party for her friend.
  5. He threw his hat in the air in celebration.

Quotes

  • I have not failed. I've just found 10,000 ways that won't work. - Thomas Edison
  • If you want to achieve greatness stop asking for permission. - Unknown
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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