Synonyms for Score
Definition of score
- noun
- a number or letter indicating quality (especially of a student's performance); "she made good marks in algebra"; "grade A milk"; "what was your score on your homework?"
- a written form of a musical composition; parts for different instruments appear on separate staves on large pages; "he studied the score of the sonata"
- a number that expresses the accomplishment of a team or an individual in a game or contest; "the score was 7 to 0"
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "score"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like account, cardinal, grade can replace "score" 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, "score" 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.
"Score" in song lyrics
See how score is used in real songs:
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"We warmed up for the score"
11/5 — Blockstyle Murderah -
"Perfect time to score"
A+ f/ Mr. Cheeks — Up Top New York -
"My whole crew pay our rep in the score"
Achozen — Salute/Sacrifice