Synonyms for

X

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

Definition

The letter 'x' is used in the English alphabet to represent a sound that is made by closing the mouth or throat in various ways.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

conclude terminate cease discontinue

Informal

finish stop wrap up call it a day

Literary

perish expire conclude its course

Antonyms

begin start commence initiate originate inaugurate

Common collocations

  • end of the day
  • end of an era
  • end of the line
  • end of the road
  • end of the tunnel
  • end of the story
  • end of the game

Word family

noun end
verb end
adjective final
adverb finally

Usage note

While 'end' can be used for both physical and abstract things, be mindful of its finality. It often implies a definitive conclusion.

Example sentences

  1. The treasure map has an 'x' on it.
  2. There is an 'x' in the word 'box'.
  3. I can't think of a word that starts with 'x'.
  4. The math problem involves finding the value of 'x'.
  5. The pirate marked the spot with an 'x'.

Quotes

  • "X marks the spot." - Anonymous
  • "X is the unknown quantity." - Anonymous
  • "I'm an X-Man. I have a mutant power that lets me be ignored by people." - Doug Ramsey

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