Synonyms for Leave
Definition of leave
noun
- the period of time during which you are absent from work or duty; "a ten day's leave to visit his mother"
- permission to do something; "she was granted leave to speak"
- the act of departing politely; "he disliked long farewells"; "he took his leave"; "parting is such sweet sorrow"
15 synonyms found
Writing tips for "leave"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like allow, bequeath, depart can replace "leave" 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 15 alternatives available, "leave" 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.
"Leave" in song lyrics
See how leave is used in real songs:
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"The nuh gotta leave, a nuh gotta leave"
Melodie f/ 12 O'Clock — Stay With Me -
"'Cause every Tuesday after school, me and her would leave"
2 Live Crew — My Seven Bizzos -
"Throw your dope on me, we gon box when they leave"
50/50 Twin — Luv My Block