Standard Synonyms
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Expression
Phrase
Language
Conversation
Speech
Communication
Slang Synonyms
What’s the word?
What’s good?
What’s the story?
What’s the haps?
What’s the lowdown?
What’s the 411?
Academic Synonyms
Old English Synonyms
Speech
Language
Talk
Conversation
Term
Phrase
Expression
Name
Regional Synonyms
Us
Term
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Verbiage
Speech
Talk
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Meaning
A word is a unit of language that consists of one or more morphemes, which are units of meaning. Words are composed of one or more syllables and are typically separated by spaces in writing.
Definition
word (noun)
1 a unit of language that typically consists of a sequence of written or spoken sounds, or the corresponding sequence of symbols, that conveys a meaningful message or represents a concept;
2 a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used as a building block for larger linguistic units such as phrases, clauses, sentences, or paragraphs;
3 a short statement or request;
4 an instruction or command;
5 a report or statement of news;
6 a promise or assurance;
7 an expression of hostility or disapproval;
8 a wish or greeting;
9 a small piece of information or gossip;
10 a unit of measurement equal to
Example Sentences
I have a lot to say, but I don’t know the words.
Speak your mind, don’t hold back your words.
I wish I hadn’t said those words.
What is the word for when you can’t remember a word?
I’m at a loss for words.