Synonyms of writes

writes

verb

present tense third-person singular of write

1

as in pens

to compose and set down on paper the words of

a staunch supporter of the old school, he prefers to write all of his letters by hand

Synonyms & Similar Words

• pens
• composes
• authors
• scribbles
• records
• types
• rewrites
• prints
• scratches (out)
• formulates
• crafts
• transcribes
• prepares
• letters
• revises
• recasts
• casts
• signs
• drafts
• words
• draws up
• puts
• pencils (in)
• expresses
• typewrites
• registers
• redrafts
• takes down
• frames
• phrases
• autographs
• couches

2

as in corresponds

to engage in an exchange of written messages

promise you'll write while you're away

Synonyms & Similar Words

• corresponds
• communicates
• posts
• replies
• telegraphs
• mails
• answers
• intercommunicates
• e-mails
• airmails

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of writes

Secord writes that this gave a wider audience access to botanical illustrations. — Danny Robb, JSTOR Daily, 16 July 2026

Travel + Leisure readers just named four North Carolina resorts among the best places to stay in the South, writes Simone — and every single one sits in the mountains. — Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 16 July 2026

In the film, DuVernay speaks with scholars, politicians, and legal experts about who gets to belong in America and who writes the rules that dictate that. — Brian Welk, IndieWire, 16 July 2026

The difference between the two sides of the plough line was stark, writes Galili. — Literary Hub, 16 July 2026

Commentary and opinions Two Mexican immigrants named Lorenzo built modest American Dreams, yet geography, timing and politics left one retired in Anaheim and the other shot dead by ICE in Houston, writes columnist Gustavo Arellano. — Deputy Managing Editor, Los Angeles Times, 14 July 2026

For example, in 2023, Samuel Moyn, who teaches at Yale and writes for progressive magazines such as Dissent, The Nation, and The New Republic, published a book called Liberalism Against Itself. — David Brooks, The Atlantic, 8 July 2026

However, Tassi writes, Sony knew its decision would be unpopular. — Megan Poinski, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Sheridan writes the series and serves as an executive producer alongside co-creator and co-showrunner Christian Wallace. — Brianna Zigler, Entertainment Weekly, 7 July 2026