Synonyms for Spew & Similar Words

Definition of spew

verb
  1. expel or eject (saliva or phlegm or sputum) from the mouth; "The father of the victim spat at the alleged murderer"
  2. eject or send out in large quantities, also metaphorical; "the volcano spews out molten rocks every day"; "The editors of the paper spew out hostile articles about the Presidential candidate"
  3. eject the contents of the stomach through the mouth; "After drinking too much, the students vomited"; "He purged continuously"; "The patient regurgitated the food we gave him last night"

15 synonyms found

Writing tips for "spew"

Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like cast, cat, chuck can replace "spew" 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.

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"Spew" in song lyrics

See how spew is used in real songs:

  • "Anger anchors us, cinematic screens spew"
    Cunninlynguists f/ Tim Means — America Loves Gangsters
  • "Cause ain't no tellin what I spew"
    Easy Mo Bee f/ Rah Digga — Talkin' Bout You

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