Definitions

say

[sey] / seɪ /

VERB

make declaration

Synonyms

STRONGEST

add announce answer assert claim convey declare deliver disclose do estimate express maintain mention read repeat reply report respond reveal speak state suggest tell voice

STRONG

affirm allege communicate conjecture divulge flap gab guess imagine imply jaw judge lip opine orate perform pronounce rap recite rehearse relate remark render rumor spiel utter verbalize yak

WEAK

break silence come out with give voice make known put forth put into words

Antonyms

STRONGEST

ask be quiet conceal deny disclaim hide hold keep keep secret listen neglect question refrain request retain suppress withhold

STRONG

fail praise

Example Sentences

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“The one that made me say ‘What?!’ today was that he spent more than £1,000 on candles and diffusers,” he said, his jaw dropping.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

SNP officials say donations have actually grown since the extent of Murrell’s wrongdoing were made clear in court, though opinion polls indicate that support for independence has softened.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Experts say the approach could potentially treat similar disorders including multiple sclerosis and rheumatoid arthritis.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

Satellite images show that runways and aircraft have been hit at more than a dozen locations, which experts say has helped to give the US complete control over Iranian airspace.

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

“That’s gorgeous,” I say as I move in closer to examine the stitching.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold

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