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letter

The word “letter” has 2 syllables: let-ter

It's pronounced as /ˈlɛtər/

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In the thesaurus, “letter” has 39 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for letter

Antonyms for letter

Meanings of letter

  • noun
    1. A symbol in an alphabet.
    2. A written or printed communication, generally longer and more formal than a note.
    3. The literal meaning of something, as distinguished from its intended and remoter meaning (often contrasted with the spirit).
    4. (plural) Literature.
    5. A division unit of a piece of law marked by a letter of the alphabet.
    6. A size of paper, 8½ in × 11 in (215.9 mm × 279.4 mm, US paper sizes rounded to the nearest 5 mm).
    7. A size of paper, 215 mm × 280 mm.
    8. A single type; type, collectively; a style of type.
    9. An identifying initial of the academic institution that is awarded to a member of a varsity team. It is made from structured cloth, and intended to be sewn to a piece of clothing such as a varsity sweater or varsity jacket.
    10. One who lets, or lets out.
    11. One who retards or hinders.
  • verb
    1. To print, inscribe, or paint letters on something.
    2. (scholastic) To earn a varsity letter (award).

Example Sentences

  • She received a letter from her best friend yesterday.
  • The teacher asked the students to write a letter to their parents.
  • He carefully folded the letter and put it in an envelope.
  • The letter contained important instructions for the project.
  • I found an old letter in the drawer that made me smile.

On this page you'll find 43 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to letter, such as: airmail, billet-doux, card, communication, dispatch, doodle, e-mail.

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