Synonyms of reel off

reel off

verb

1

as in to recite

to give from memory

he's able to reel off the names of all the U.S. presidents, in historical order and without pausing

Synonyms & Similar Words

• recite
• memorize
• repeat
• say
• speak
• study
• mouth
• learn
• con
• orate
• declaim

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• read

2

as in to list

to specify one after another

her friend proceeded to reel off the roster of losers that she had dated over the years

Synonyms & Similar Words

• list
• recite
• detail
• tick (off)
• outline
• itemize
• mention
• enumerate
• catalog
• rehearse
• inventory
• figure
• numerate
• tabulate
• calculate
• compute
• chart
• cite
• estimate
• graph
• tally
• name
• diagram
• reckon

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of reel off

During the rally on July 10, Wendi Walsh, secretary-treasurer of UNITE Here Local 355, reeled off the names of several concession operators and accused them of remaining silent as the administration fought in the courts. — David Lyons, Sun Sentinel, 25 July 2026

That list—which my fiancé can likely reel off by heart—includes opening packages, doing certain types of workouts (boxing, for one), closing my hand into a fist, and picking up any card or coin that falls on the floor. — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 2 July 2026

The Mustangs have reeled off 31 straight victories since their season-opening loss to Guerin, which will play Andrean for the Class 3A state title on Friday. — Michael Osipoff, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026

With Wednesday’s win, the Knicks have reeled off 12 straight playoff victories. — Nicholas Quah, Vulture, 5 June 2026