I. verb
to convey (as an impression, a thought, or a need) in words
seemed scarcely to know how to word her appeal
Synonyms: couch, express, formulate, phrase, put; compare express 2
Related Word: convey, offer, submit; say, state, tell
II. noun
1.
something that is said
didn't tell a word about his plans
Synonyms: statement, utterance
Related Word: announcement, declaration, pronouncement
2.
a pronounceable sound or combination of sounds that expresses and symbolizes an idea
be sure you learn the meaning of each word
Synonyms: term, vocable
Related Word: expression, idiom, locution, phrase
3.
Synonyms: command 1, behest, bidding, charge, dictate, injunction, mandate, order
4.
Synonyms: news , advice, information, intelligence, speerings, tidings
5.
Synonyms: report 1, buzz, cry, gossip, hearsay, rumble, rumor, scuttlebutt, talk, tattle
6.
Synonyms: message 1, communication, directive
7.
Synonyms: saying , adage, byword, proverb, saw
8.
a statement whose weight or worth depends on the truthfulness or authority of its maker
had the doctor's word that no operation would be needed
Synonyms: assurance, guarantee, pledge, warrant; compare promise
Related Word: commitment, engagement, undertaking; oath, vow; promise
9.
Synonyms: promise , engagement, plight
10.
usually words plural
Synonyms: quarrel , altercation, beef, bickering, dispute, fight, hassle, row, run-in, set-to
11.
Synonyms: password 3, watchword
12.
Synonyms: password 1, countersign, watchword