Synonyms for Across
Definition of across
adverb
- to the opposite side; "the football field was 300 feet across"
- transversely; "the marble slabs were cut across"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "across"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like crossed, crossways, crosswise can replace "across" depending on the shade of meaning you need. In poetry and songwriting, swapping synonyms lets you match a rhyme scheme or meter without changing your meaning. In prose, varying your word choice avoids repetition and keeps readers engaged.
With 7 alternatives available, "across" gives you flexibility across registers — from formal to casual, from literary to conversational. Try pairing these synonyms with our rhyme finder to discover words that both mean and sound like what you need.
"Across" in song lyrics
See how across is used in real songs:
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"But sometimes it just, it don't get across"
500 f/ Husalah, The Jacka, Big T, Lil' Tone — 50 Bullets -
"I'm just trying to be a solid oak tree for every child to carve its name across"
Aesop Rock — Water -
"Straight up bodegas of thought ya come across"
Afu-Ra — Mic Stance