Synonyms for Travail
Definition of travail
- noun
- concluding state of pregnancy; from the onset of contractions to the birth of a child; "she was in labor for six hours"
- use of physical or mental energy; hard work; "he got an A for effort"; "they managed only with great exertion"
- verb
- work hard; "She was digging away at her math homework"; "Lexicographers drudge all day long"
13 synonyms found
Writing tips for "travail"
Choosing the right synonym depends on context, tone, and audience. Words like childbed, confinement, dig can replace "travail" 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, "travail" 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.
"Travail" in song lyrics
See how travail is used in real songs:
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"spiritual travail"
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