Synonyms for Pry
Definition of pry
noun
- a heavy iron lever with one end forged into a wedge
verb
- to move or force, especially in an effort to get something open; "The burglar jimmied the lock": "Raccoons managed to pry the lid off the garbage pail"
- be nosey; "Don't pry into my personal matters!"
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "pry"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like crowbar, jimmy, lever can replace "pry" 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 7 alternatives available, "pry" 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.
"Pry" in song lyrics
See how pry is used in real songs:
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"Snatch they souls, ride them on they pry"
Ms. Jade f/ Timbaland — Stick Up Girl -
"So far from home into my deeds to pry,"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet LXI