Synonyms for

Twitter

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

Definition

Twitter is a social media platform where users can post short messages, called 'tweets', to share their thoughts, opinions, and news with others.

Synonyms & similar words

chitter chirrup chirp tweet peep cheep warble trill chatter prattle gossip jabber blab yak babble ramble drivel prate natter chitchat converse

Synonyms by register

Formal

chatter discourse conversation

Informal

jabber natter gab yap

Literary

warble chirp trill

Antonyms

silence quiet stillness calm hush reticence

Common collocations

  • twitter feed
  • twitter bird
  • twitter account
  • twitter stream
  • twitter trends
  • twitter storm
  • twitter poll

Word family

noun twitter
verb twitter

Usage note

While 'twitter' can refer to the sound a bird makes, its most common modern usage refers to the social media platform. The verb form is less common in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I heard a bird twittering outside my window this morning.
  2. I like to follow my favorite celebrities on Twitter to see what they're up to.
  3. She spent hours scrolling through her Twitter feed, reading all of the latest news and updates.
  4. He decided to take a break from Twitter and focus on spending more time with his family.
  5. I'm going to tweet about my new job and share the good news with all of my followers.

Quotes

  • "Twitter is not a technology. It's a conversation. And it's happening with or without you." - Charlene Li
  • "Twitter is the most fun you can have in 140 characters." - Amber Naslund
  • "Twitter is the ultimate equalizer. It gives a voice to anyone who wants to participate." - Brian Solis

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