Synonyms for Bail & Similar Words
Definition of bail
- noun
- (criminal law) money that must be forfeited by the bondsman if an accused person fails to appear in court for trial; "the judge set bail at $10,000"; "a $10,000 bond was furnished by an alderman"
- the legal system that allows an accused person to be temporarily released from custody (usually on condition that a sum of money guarantees their appearance at trial); "he is out on bail"
- verb
- release after a security has been paid
1 synonyms found
Writing tips for "bail"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like bond can replace "bail" 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.
"Bail" in song lyrics
See how bail is used in real songs:
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"You say that it does, then I will quickly post bail"
415 — Court in the Street -
"that's for bail"
51.50 — Games People Play -
"Uhh, I'm shootin' my 9 when I bail"
69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest
Frequently asked questions
- What are synonyms for bail?
- Synonyms for bail include: bond.
- How many synonyms does bail have?
- Bail has 1 synonym.