Synonyms for Remove
Definition of remove
- noun
- degree of figurative distance or separation; "just one remove from madness" or "it imitates at many removes a Shakespearean tragedy"
- verb
- remove something concrete, as by lifting, pushing, or taking off, or remove something abstract; "remove a threat"; "remove a wrapper"; "Remove the dirty dishes from the table"; "take the gun from your pocket"; "This machine withdraws heat from the environment"
- remove from a position or an office
7 synonyms found
Writing tips for "remove"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like absent, dispatch, hit can replace "remove" 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, "remove" 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.
"Remove" in song lyrics
See how remove is used in real songs:
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"I never mentioned the Sword that I use to remove"
King Sun — King Sun With the Sword -
"I use dental tools to remove"
Laze f/ Anon — Stuck -
"Or bends with the remover to remove:"
William Shakespeare — Sonnet CXVI