word

noun
UK: /wɜːd/
US: /wɝːd/

  1. A unit of language that has meaning and can be spoken or written.

    1. Say the word again, please I didn't hear the word. [ ] [ ]
    2. The key word in this agreement is 'responsibility' that changes word meanings. [ ] [ ]

  2. A promise or guarantee.

    1. I give you my word, I will pay you back word. [ ] [ ]
    2. His word is his bond so you can fully rely on his word and agreement. [ ] [ ]

  3. News or information.

    1. Have you had any word from your sister lately word? [ ] [ ]
    2. We're still awaiting word on whether our application has been successful important word. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

term expression promise assurance news information
word verb

  1. To express something in words.

    1. How would you word that differently important word? [ ] [ ]
    2. It's difficult to word my feelings because they are complicated relationship with word. [ ] [ ]
word transitive-verb

  1. To carefully choose the words you use when you speak or write.

    1. I carefully worded the email to avoid any misunderstandings. [ ] [ ]
    2. She worded her complaint very diplomatically, careful for what word to choose. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "word" in English means: A unit of language that has meaning and can be spoken or written., A promise or guarantee., News or information..

The phonetic transcription of "word" is /wɜːd/ in British English and /wɝːd/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "word": term, expression, promise, assurance, news, information.

Example usage of "word": "Say the word again, please I didn't hear the word.". More examples on the page.