Synonyms for Stake
Definition of stake
noun
- (law) a right or legal share of something; a financial involvement with something; "they have interests all over the world"; "a stake in the company's future"
- a pole or stake set up to mark something (as the start or end of a race track); "a pair of posts marked the goal"; "the corner of the lot was indicated by a stake"
- instrument of execution consisting of a vertical post that a victim is tied to for burning
14 synonyms found
Writing tips for "stake"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like adventure, back, bet can replace "stake" 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 14 alternatives available, "stake" 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.
"Stake" in song lyrics
See how stake is used in real songs:
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"There's alot at stake"
51.50 — Steady Stayin' Paid '95 -
"Every step I take, every move I make is like, driving in the stake"
Aceyalone -
"We can't leave this place, cuz we always at stake"
Apocalipps — Welcome 2 New York