Synonyms for Issue
Definition of issue
noun
- an important question that is in dispute and must be settled; "the issue could be settled by requiring public education for everyone"; "politicians never discuss the real issues"
- one of a series published periodically; "she found an old issue of the magazine in her dentist's waiting room"
- some situation or event that is thought about; "he kept drifting off the topic"; "he had been thinking about the subject for several years"; "it is a matter for the police"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "issue"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like consequence, cut, effect can replace "issue" 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, "issue" 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.
"Issue" in song lyrics
See how issue is used in real songs:
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"In this case, tell me what's the issue"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Chapel, Livewire, Wise — Da Block is Hot -
"Girl steps to me and pushes issue"
3rd Bass — Brooklyn-Queens -
"I got a simple plan for a complicated issue"
Aceyalone — Alive