What is another word for writing?

Common synonyms for writing include write, pen, spell, committaltowriting, writtenmaterial.

What is the opposite of writing?

Antonyms of writing include speaking, talking, utterance, vocalization, speech.

Synonyms for

Writing

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

Definition

The activity or skill of writing.

Synonyms & similar words

write pen spell committaltowriting writtenmaterial compose composition indite authorship penning dropaline save pieceofwriting publish scribbling composing penning authorship scripting handwriting inscription jotting notation recording transcription calligraphy composition correspondence manuscript print text words autograph chirography

Synonyms by register

Formal

composition authorship scripting documentation

Informal

scribbling jotting typing penning

Literary

inscription calligraphy script

Antonyms

speaking talking utterance vocalization speech oral communication

Common collocations

creative writing
academic writing
business writing
writing skills
writing process
writing style
writing assignment
handwriting

Word family

noun writing

verb write

adjective written

adverb writingly

Usage note

The word 'writing' can refer to the act of writing, the product of writing (e.g., a book), or the system of symbols used to represent language. Be mindful of the context to understand its specific meaning.