Synonyms of string

string 1 of 2

noun

ˈstriŋ 

1

as in wire

a length of braided, flexible material that is used for tying or connecting things

a piece of string won't hold that gate shut if a big wind comes along

Synonyms & Similar Words

• wire
• rope
• cable
• cord
• lace
• line
• lacing
• guy
• stay
• lanyard
• halyard
• bungee cord
• whipcord

2

as in queue

a series of persons or things arranged one behind another

a string of cars stretching as far as we could see

Synonyms & Similar Words

• queue
• line
• column
• row
• file
• range
• train
• chain
• cue
• rank
• sequence
• tier
• array
• succession
• progression
• echelon

3

as in chain

a series of things linked together

recounted the string of events that led to the murder

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chain
• sequence
• train
• concatenation
• catenation
• progression
• nexus
• consecution
• catena
• continuum
• belt
• chain reaction
• scale
• cycle
• circle
• spectrum
• flow
• gauntlet
• stream
• file
• row
• succession
• vicious circle
• river
• queue
• range
• line
• gamut

string

2 of 2

verb

as in to thread

to put together into a series by means of or as if by means of a thread

the prosecuting attorney strung the evidence together so that the accused man really did look guilty

Synonyms & Similar Words

• thread
• connect
• weave
• link
• concatenate
• chain
• join
• intertwine
• intersperse
• unite
• lace
• interlace
• interweave
• wreathe

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of string

Noun

Cozy seating, a fire pit, and string lights can transform your outdoor space into a warm, inviting retreat. — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 26 July 2026

Shatner originated the role in the ’60s on TV, and then returned as Kirk for a string of movies. — Derek Lawrence, Entertainment Weekly, 25 July 2026

Verb

Antinous attempts to shrug off the token’s return, but seemingly recognizes it, and realizes in full that Odysseus has returned for revenge when the man strings his bow. — Tommy McArdle, PEOPLE, 17 July 2026

Similarly, the composer used a lyre to create the sound of a bow being strung — a key motif for Odysseus, who is a master archer. — Bilge Ebiri, Vulture, 14 July 2026

Phrases Containing string

• string along