Synonyms for

Wrote

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

Definition

to form letters or words by writing

Synonyms & similar words

publish dropaline save indite spell write compose pen scribbled recorded noted scribed inscribed penned printed engraved carved etched graven imprinted engrossed indited composed drafted formulated conceived

Synonyms by register

Formal

penned composed authored drafted

Informal

scribbled knocked out dashed off

Literary

indited scribed

Antonyms

unwrote erased deleted destroyed canceled undid

Common collocations

  • wrote a letter
  • wrote a book
  • wrote a song
  • wrote down
  • wrote quickly
  • wrote a story
  • wrote an essay
  • wrote the date

Word family

noun writing
verb write
adjective written

Usage note

Wrote is the past tense of write. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I wrote a story about a magical unicorn.
  2. She wrote a note to remind herself to buy milk.
  3. He wrote a song for his band to play at their next concert.
  4. The author wrote a best-selling novel.
  5. I wrote my name on the front of the book.

Quotes

  • I would write, Dear Diary, Today I convinced myself it's okay to give up. Stick a fork in me, I'm done. - Meredith Grey
  • Ink and paper are sometimes passionate lovers, oftentimes brother and sister, and occasionally mortal enemies. - Terri Guillemets
  • The pen is mightier than the sword if the sword is very short, and the pen is very sharp. - Terry Pratchett

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