Another Word for Share: 18 Synonyms with Examples
To share is to have or use something with others, to divide it, or to tell people about something. Alternatives show whether you mean dividing, telling or having in common.
As a verb: divide or give part of
- divide
- split
- distribute
- allocate
- apportion
- go halves
As a verb: tell or pass on
- tell
- reveal
- disclose
- communicate
- pass on
- post
As a noun: a portion
- portion
- part
- proportion
- quota
- allowance
- cut
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How they differ
Synonyms share a meaning, not always a tone. Here is when to pick each of the main options.
- divide
- Separates into parts, not necessarily equal.
- split
- Informal; divides, often equally.
- distribute
- Gives out to many people.
- disclose
- Formal; makes private information known.
- pass on
- Gives information or something received to another person.
- proportion
- A share measured as a fraction of the whole.
Example sentences
- divide: The prize money was divided among the four winners.
- split: Shall we split the bill?
- distribute: Volunteers distributed leaflets across the estate.
- disclose: The company did not disclose the price it paid.
- pass on: Please pass on my thanks to your team.
- proportion: A large proportion of the budget goes on staff.
Opposite of share
- keep
- withhold
- hoard
- conceal
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “share”. Check the meaning before you use one.
verb: partake, deal
noun: percentage, parcel, contribution
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “share”?
The most useful alternatives are “divide”, “split”, “distribute”, “allocate”, “apportion”. For the main sense (divide or give part of), “divide” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “divide” and “split”?
divide: Separates into parts, not necessarily equal. split: Informal; divides, often equally.
What is the opposite of “share”?
Common antonyms are “keep”, “withhold”, “hoard”, “conceal”.