Synonyms for Brink & Similar Words
Definition of brink
- noun
- a region marking a boundary
- the edge of a steep place
- the limit beyond which something happens or changes; "on the verge of tears"; "on the brink of bankruptcy"
2 synonyms found
Writing tips for "brink"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like threshold, verge can replace "brink" 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.
"Brink" in song lyrics
See how brink is used in real songs:
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"My thought caught abroad, your skull to the brink"
3rd Eye f/ Lord Finesse, Nine, Top Quality, Zone 7 — Troopers Reprezent -
"I'm hung on the brink"
Aesop Rock — Prosperity -
"in daydreams that he's on the brink"
Atherton — Jacob's Ladder