12+ Synonyms for Manage & Similar Words
Definition of manage
- verb
- be successful; achieve a goal; "She succeeded in persuading us all"; "I managed to carry the box upstairs"; "She pulled it off, even though we never thought her capable of it"; "The pianist negociated the difficult runs"
- be in charge of, act on, or dispose of; "I can deal with this crew of workers"; "This blender can't handle nuts"; "She managed her parents' affairs after they got too old"
- come to terms with; "We got by on just a gallon of gas"; "They made do on half a loaf of bread every day"
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Writing tips for "manage"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like care, contend, cope can replace "manage" 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 12 alternatives available, "manage" 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.
"Manage" in song lyrics
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"My body on yo' body, hope that you can manage"
Ace Hood f/ Chris Brown — Body 2 Body -
"And if I do say so myself, I do manage"
Antoinette — Lights Out, Party's Over * -
"Savage on the mic while other crews can't manage"
Artifacts — Who's This?
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