Synonyms for

Using

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

Definition

Using means to utilize or make use of something for a particular purpose.

Synonyms & similar words

utilize exploitation expend use employ practice apply utilise habituate victimisation victimization utilizing employing exploiting applying operating manipulating handling implementing consuming spending converting leveraging maximizing harnessing

Synonyms by register

Formal

employing utilizing applying implementing

Informal

having working with running on dealing with

Literary

wielding availing oneself of leveraging

Antonyms

abstaining avoiding forswearing refraining renouncing shunning neglecting

Common collocations

  • using a tool
  • using the internet
  • using your time
  • using a computer
  • using a method
  • using a strategy
  • using the phone

Word family

noun use
verb use
adjective usable
adverb usefully

Usage note

The word 'using' is a present participle and gerund form of 'use'. It often implies active engagement or application of something.

Example sentences

  1. She is using a hammer to build a birdhouse.
  2. He is using a calculator to solve the math problem.
  3. We are using our imagination to create a story.
  4. The chef is using fresh ingredients to cook the meal.
  5. The teacher is using a whiteboard to explain the lesson.

Quotes

  • I believe in using words, not fists.
  • The best way of using a holiday is to have the impression that one has not had one.
  • The art of using deceit and cunning grow continually weaker and less effective to the user.

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