Synonyms for Give & Similar Words
Definition of give
- noun
- the elasticity of something that can be stretched and returns to its original length
- verb
- cause to have, in the abstract sense or physical sense; "She gave him a black eye"; "The draft gave me a cold"
- be the cause or source of; "He gave me a lot of trouble"; "Our meeting afforded much interesting information"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "give"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like abandon, afford, apply can replace "give" 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 20 alternatives available, "give" 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.
"Give" in song lyrics
See how give is used in real songs:
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"That's how it is, cuz something gotta give"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Crunch Lo, Shawn Wigs — One on One -
"His life was all He had to give"
2 Live Crew f/ MC Twist, Lejuan Love and Anquette — It's Christmas -
"Not even the will to live should ever kill to give"
2Mex — Shades of Orange