Synonyms of lends

lends

verb

present tense third-person singular of lend

as in gives

to give to another for temporary use with the understanding that it or a like thing will be returned

I can lend you my copy of the textbook until the weekend

can you lend me five dollars?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• gives
• loans
• furnishes
• advances
• grants
• lets
• rents
• leases

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• takes
• borrows
• receives

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of lends

It’s based around a sunny yellow gradient look that lends in pink throughout the branding and synthetic overlays. — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 25 July 2026

But what’s missing from his performance (perhaps beginning with the writing) is the palpable life experience that lends him an advantage when his young friends run into trouble. — Todd Gilchrist, Variety, 24 July 2026

The vertical nature of a staircase has an architectural quality to it that lends itself well to a variety of funky patterns, colors, borders, and materials. — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 July 2026

Tender, lightly charred eggplant lends a silky texture and subtle smokiness that complements the couscous, while lemon juice, olive oil and a generous handful of fresh herbs infuse every bite with brightness. — Lynda Balslev, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

The shoes feature a playful peep-toe cut and a sleek faux leather upper that lends a classic, timeless feel. — Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2026

But signs of El Niño are starting to show up in other global-scale atmospheric wind and weather patterns, including the Walker Circulation, according to Lowry, which lends more credence to the idea that El Niño has its finger on the scales. — Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 18 July 2026

Pixie cuts work wonders on thick hair by removing length and heaviness from your strands, which lends so much more styling potential. — Kaitlyn Yarborough, Southern Living, 17 July 2026

According to the brand, this one lends an invisible hold for 48 hours without a gritty texture or powdery residue. — Reece Andavolgyi, InStyle, 16 July 2026