Synonyms for Slew
Definition of slew
noun
- (often followed by `of') a large number or amount or extent; "a batch of letters"; "a deal of trouble"; "a lot of money"; "he made a mint on the stock market"; "see the rest of the winners in our huge passel of photos"; "it must have cost plenty"; "a slew of journalists"; "a wad of money"
verb
- turn sharply; change direction abruptly; "The car cut to the left at the intersection"; "The motorbike veered to the right"
- move obliquely or sideways, usually in an uncontrolled manner; "the wheels skidded against the sidewalk"
20 synonyms found
Writing tips for "slew"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like batch, curve, cut can replace "slew" 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 20 alternatives available, "slew" 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.
"Slew" in song lyrics
See how slew is used in real songs:
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"Now add that to the slew"
Shad — Brother -
"The credulous old Priam after slew;"
William Shakespeare — The Rape of Lucrece -
"seatle slew"
AOL — AOL