Synonyms for Bid
Definition of bid
noun
- an authoritative direction or instruction to do something
- an attempt to get something; "they made a futile play for power"; "he made a bid to gain attention"
- a formal proposal to buy at a specified price
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "bid"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adjure, beseech, bidding can replace "bid" 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 13 alternatives available, "bid" 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.
"Bid" in song lyrics
See how bid is used in real songs:
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"'Cause I'm a felon, you be tellin, just to shorten your bid"
1982 (Statik Selektah & Termanology) f/ Cassidy, Xzibit — Goin Back -
"Still doin 10 more years on a bid"
3rd Eye f/ Lord Finesse, Nine, Top Quality, Zone 7 — Troopers Reprezent -
"You see the look in my eyes, you think I did a bid"
Afu-Ra f/ The Human Orchestra — Aural Fixation