Synonyms of call
-
as in to shout
-
as in to dial
-
as in to visit
-
as in to cancel
-
as in to consider
-
as in to cry
-
as in to summon
-
as in to estimate
-
as in to ask
-
as in to name
-
as in to order
-
as in to predict
-
as in cry
-
as in visit
-
as in message
-
as in request
-
as in right
-
as in decision
-
as in demand
-
Synonym Chooser
-
Example Sentences
-
Phrases Containing
-
Entries Near
-
Related Articles
1
as in to shout
to speak so as to be heard at a distance
we could hear someone calling for help from the other side of the wall
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
2
3
as in to visit
to make a brief visit
the hospital posts the hours during which friends and relatives may call
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in to cancel
to put an end to (something planned or previously agreed to)
the game was called on account of rain
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
6
7
as in to summon
to bring together in assembly by or as if by command
called all the night workers in for a meeting
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
8
as in to estimate
to decide the size, amount, number, or distance of (something) without actual measurement
let's call that five feet for now, and we'll measure it out later
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
9
as in to ask
to demand or request the presence or service of
rushed to call a tow truck operator when the car broke down
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
10
as in to name
to give a name to
we've decided to call the kitten "Molly"
Synonyms & Similar Words
11
12
as in to predict
to tell of or describe beforehand
somehow the political pundit called the race results within a mere percentage point
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
1
as in cry
a natural vocal sound made by an animal
a ranger who could immediately identify the call of every creature in the forest
Synonyms & Similar Words
2
as in visit
a coming to see another briefly for social or business reasons
we paid a call on the new neighbors the day after they moved in
Synonyms & Similar Words
3
as in message
a communication by telephone
give me a call as soon as you arrive, so I'll know you got there safely
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in request
an act or instance of asking for information
put out a call for background information about the suspect
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
5
as in right
an entitlement to something
you have no call to insult people
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
6
as in decision
a position arrived at after consideration
I told you my preference for a cruise destination, but it's your call
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
7
as in demand
the state of being sought after especially for purchase
there's not much call for woodstoves in this part of the country
Synonyms & Similar Words
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of call
Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 3 May 2026
The people who can buy are increasingly the people who have someone to call.
—Blake O'Shaughnessy, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Democrats have renewed calls to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, but the measure remains stalled in the Senate.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 2 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for call
Verb
But just a few miles away from Chicago and Schapiro’s avant-garde wonderland, in West Hollywood, lay another IRL feminist utopia called Fanny Hill.
—Marissa Lorusso, Pitchfork, 3 May 2026
The people who can buy are increasingly the people who have someone to call.
—Blake O'Shaughnessy, Fortune, 3 May 2026
Noun
The following day, the detective received a call that employees had found a gun under a stack of t-shirts on a display table.
—Laura Bauer, Kansas City Star, 2 May 2026
Democrats have renewed calls to pass the John Lewis Voting Rights Advancement Act, but the measure remains stalled in the Senate.
—Samantha-Jo Roth, The Washington Examiner, 2 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for call
Recent Examples of Synonyms for call
Verb
-
For more than 10 minutes, officers shouted at Lopez to drop his 6-inch butcher knife, according to a report by then-Police Chief Michel Moore and POST’s investigation.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
-
In one of the videos, al-Nasaan’s body can be seen on the ground as his friends shout for help.—
Molly Hunter,
NBC news,
2 May 2026
Verb
-
What to expect at Market on Morehead Market on Morehead co-founder Josh Willoughby has worked for the past year to dial in every detail at the restaurant, which is in the final stages of construction and inspections.—
Heidi Finley,
Charlotte Observer,
29 Apr. 2026
-
Signs of a weaker job market could persuade some Fed officials to dial back borrowing costs for consumers and businesses.—
Aimee Picchi,
CBS News,
29 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
To find out Joe's latest project, visit him on Twitter.—
Joe Rao,
Space.com,
2 May 2026
-
Kimi goes with Missé to visit her brother’s grave.—
Brian Moylan,
Vulture,
1 May 2026
Verb
-
Travelers across South Jersey were scrambling after the sudden shutdown of Spirit Airlines, a major carrier at Atlantic City International Airport, leaving flights canceled and raising concerns about the region's tourism economy.—
Eva Andersen,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
-
The airline said on its website that all flights have been canceled and customer service is no longer available.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
3 May 2026
Verb
-
On the glass, the Lakers won the battle for the second consecutive game, 54-45 – a notable end to the series considering Redick harped on how the Lakers would have to fight against the Rockets – the top rebounding team in the NBA – in the series.—
Benjamin Royer,
Oc Register,
2 May 2026
-
According to the American Academy of Audiology, 50 decibels is considered a moderate level of noise likened to a running dishwasher, rainfall or a conversation.—
Abigail Hasebroock,
Sun Sentinel,
2 May 2026
Verb
-
Officials said that after Cooper’s arrest, the first victim, a runaway, was crying hysterically and denied any involvement in prostitution.—
Samantha Lee,
Los Angeles Times,
2 May 2026
-
Though the arrest took place over three years ago, the case faced new scrutiny in March when TMZ published a video of the altercation, showing Paul yelling, putting Mortensen in a headlock and throwing chairs at him while a child could be heard crying.—
Luke Chinman,
PEOPLE,
1 May 2026
Verb
-
The advantages are tantalizing, particularly for a vehicle that’s going to be summoned on demand.—
Jonathan M. Gitlin,
ArsTechnica,
28 Apr. 2026
-
While speaking to detectives, Murray claimed to have immediately begun CPR and mouth-to-mouth resuscitation while calling Jackson's assistant to summon the security team — although it was later revealed that the call went to voicemail.—
Alex Gurley,
PEOPLE,
28 Apr. 2026
Verb
-
Steele is now unlikely to rejoin the Cubs’ rotation until after the July All-Star break, Counsell estimated.—
Meghan Montemurro,
Chicago Tribune,
29 Apr. 2026
-
The president most recently estimated that the project will cost somewhere between $300 million and $400 million.—
Christian Datoc,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Apr. 2026
Cite this Entry
“Call.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/call. Accessed 6 May. 2026.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
