Synonyms for serve

Other words for “serve”, grouped by meaning.

We found 17 synonyms for “serve”. The most common are service, function, help, serve up, dish out.

noun (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play

Synonymsservice

verb serve a purpose, role, or function

Synonymsfunction

verb be used by; as of a utility

Synonymsservice

verb help to some food; help with food or drink

Synonymshelp

verb provide (usually but not necessarily food)

verb promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to

Synonymsserve well

verb spend time in prison or in a labor camp

Synonymsdo

verb work for or be a servant to

verb deliver a warrant or summons to someone

verb be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity

verb mate with

Synonymsservice

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University