Synonyms for use

Other words for “use”, grouped by meaning.

We found 22 synonyms for “use”. The most common are usage, utilization, utilisation, employment, exercise.

noun the act of using

noun what something is used for

noun (economics) the utilization of economic goods to satisfy needs or in manufacturing

noun (psychology) an automatic pattern of behavior in reaction to a specific situation; may be inherited or acquired through frequent repetition

Synonymshabit

noun exerting shrewd or devious influence especially for one's own advantage

noun (law) the exercise of the legal right to enjoy the benefits of owning property

verb put into service; make work or employ for a particular purpose or for its inherent or natural purpose

verb take or consume (regularly or habitually)

verb use up, consume fully

Synonymsexpend

verb avail oneself to

Source: WordNet 3.1, Princeton University

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