Another Word for Take: 21 Synonyms with Examples
Take covers holding, removing, carrying, accepting and needing. Because it is so general, a precise verb usually reads better in formal writing.
As a verb: get hold of
- grab
- seize
- grasp
- pick up
- collect
- catch
As a verb: carry or bring
- bring
- carry
- convey
- transport
- deliver
- escort
As a verb: accept
- accept
- receive
- adopt
- agree to
As a verb: need or require
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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.
- seize
- Takes suddenly and forcefully, or officially.
- collect
- Goes to get someone or something.
- carry
- Moves something by holding it.
- accept
- Agrees to take something offered.
- require
- Formal; needs something.
- involve
- Includes something as a necessary part.
Example sentences
- seize: Customs officers seized a shipment of fake watches.
- collect: I'll collect the children from school at three.
- carry: Could you carry these boxes to the car?
- accept: She accepted the job offer the same day.
- require: The recipe requires very little preparation.
- involve: The job involves a lot of travel.
Opposite of take
- give
- leave
- refuse
- return
More from WordNet
Less common or more specialised words WordNet lists for other senses of “take”. Check the meaning before you use one.
verb: occupy, lead, direct, conduct, guide
noun: issue, takings, proceeds, yield, payoff
WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Used under the WordNet licence.
Frequently asked questions
What is another word for “take”?
The most useful alternatives are “grab”, “seize”, “grasp”, “pick up”, “collect”. For the main sense (get hold of), “grab” is usually the closest swap.
What is the difference between “seize” and “collect”?
seize: Takes suddenly and forcefully, or officially. collect: Goes to get someone or something.
What is the opposite of “take”?
Common antonyms are “give”, “leave”, “refuse”, “return”.