in a word

The phrase “in a word” has 3 syllables: in a word

It's pronounced as /ɪn ə wɝːd/


What is synonym and antonym for in a word?

In the thesaurus, “in a word” has 25 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for in a word along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for in a word

Antonyms for in a word

  • diffusely
  • long-windedly
  • redundantly
  • repetitiously
  • verbosely
  • wordily

Example Sentences

  • In a word, the movie was breathtaking.
  • The entire experience was, in a word, unforgettable.
  • His attitude was, in a word, unacceptable.
  • In a word, the plan failed.
  • Her performance was, in a word, brilliant.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to in a word, such as: abruptly, aphoristically, bluffly, bluntly, briefly, brusquely, compactly.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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