Synonyms for tell

Other words for “tell”, grouped by meaning.

We found 18 synonyms for “tell”. The most common are William Tell, state, say, narrate, recount.

noun a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap)

SynonymsWilliam Tell

verb express in words

Synonymsstate say

verb narrate or give a detailed account of

Synonymsnarrate recount recite

verb give instructions to or direct somebody to do something with authority

Synonymsorder enjoin say

verb inform positively and with certainty and confidence

Synonymsassure

verb give evidence

Synonymsevidence

verb mark as different