Synonyms for

Write

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

Definition

to form letters or words on a surface with a pen, pencil, or keyboard

Synonyms & similar words

publish dropaline save indite spell compose pen record scribe pen compose correspond document inscribe letter note transcribe type communicate engrave indite ink mark

Synonyms by register

Formal

compose author pen draft

Informal

scribble jot down knock out

Literary

inscribe engrave chronicle

Antonyms

erase delete obliterate destroy cancel remove

Common collocations

  • write a book
  • write a letter
  • write an essay
  • write down notes
  • write a report
  • write code
  • write a story
  • write a poem

Word family

noun writing
verb write
adjective writable
adverb written

Usage note

The word 'write' is very general. For more specific actions, consider synonyms like 'compose' for creative works or 'draft' for official documents.

Example sentences

  1. I need to write a story for school.
  2. Can you write your name for me?
  3. I like to write in my journal every day.
  4. I will write a poem about my cat.
  5. My mom will write a grocery list for the store.

Quotes

  • The pen is mightier than the sword.
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do.
  • The art of writing is the art of discovering what you believe.

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