Synonyms for Number
Definition of number
noun
- the property possessed by a sum or total or indefinite quantity of units or individuals; "he had a number of chores to do"; "the number of parameters is small"; "the figure was about a thousand"
- a concept of quantity involving zero and units; "every number has a unique position in the sequence"
- a short theatrical performance that is part of a longer program; "he did his act three times every evening"; "she had a catchy little routine"; "it was one of the best numbers he ever did"
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "number"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like act, amount, bit can replace "number" 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 13 alternatives available, "number" 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.
"Number" in song lyrics
See how number is used in real songs:
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"Hey pretty lady, what's your name and number?"
2 Live Crew — With Your Badself -
"Nice and Smooth cause Three's a prime number"
3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques -
"Where ya goin, what's his number?"
4 Deep — I Don't Luv Ya