SINGLE: Synonyms and Related Words. What is Another Word for SINGLE?

Need another word that means the same as “single”? Find 33 synonyms and 30 related words for “single” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Single” are: individual, exclusive, undivided, unmarried, one, one only, sole, lone, solitary, isolated, separate, distinct, particular, unattached, free, available, eligible, young, free, and single, footloose and fancy free, select, pick out, fix on, choose, decide on, prune, cut back, trim, bingle, 1, ace, i, unity

Single as a Noun

Definitions of "Single" as a noun

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “single” as a noun can have the following definitions:

• A system of change-ringing in which one pair of bells changes places at each round.
• An individual person or thing rather than part of a pair or a group.
• A ticket that is valid only for an outward journey.
• A short record or CD featuring one main song or track.
• A hit for one run.
• A base hit on which the batter stops safely at first base.
• The smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number.
• People who are unmarried or not involved in a stable sexual relationship.
• A one-dollar note.
• A hit which allows the batter to proceed safely to first base.
• A bedroom, especially in a hotel, that is suitable for one person.
• (especially in tennis and badminton) a game or competition for individual players, not pairs or teams.
• A single measure of spirits.

Synonyms of "Single" as a noun (6 Words)

1	The smallest whole number or a numeral representing this number.
ace	One of four playing cards in a deck having a single pip on its face. A motorcycle ace.
bingle	A collision.
i	A nonmetallic element belonging to the halogens used especially in medicine and photography and in dyes occurs naturally only in combination in small quantities as in sea water or rocks. He has the one but will need a two and three to go with it.
one	A single person or thing. He is the best one.
unity	Each of the three dramatic principles requiring limitation of the supposed time of a drama to that occupied in acting it or to a single day unity of time use of one scene throughout unity of place and concentration on the development of a single plot unity of action. They speak of the three parts as a unity.

Usage Examples of "Single" as a noun

• A singles holiday.
• The divorce rate is rising so you'll see more singles in their late 30s and early 40s.

Single as a Verb

Definitions of "Single" as a verb

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “single” as a verb can have the following definitions:

• Reduce (a railway track) to a single line.
• Hit a single.
• Cause (a run) to be scored by hitting a single.
• Advance (a runner) by hitting a single.
• Thin out (seedlings or saplings.
• Choose someone or something from a group for special treatment.

Synonyms of "Single" as a verb (8 Words)

choose	Pick out select or choose from a number of alternatives. I ll stay as long as I choose.
cut back	Make a recording of.
decide on	Influence or determine.
fix on	Take vengeance on or get even.
pick out	Pay for something.
prune	Weed out unwanted or unnecessary things.
select	Pick out select or choose from a number of alternatives. You can select from a range of quality products.
trim	Adjust the balance of a ship or aircraft by rearranging its cargo or by means of its trim tabs. The airplane trimmed.

Usage Examples of "Single" as a verb

• One newspaper was singled out for criticism.
• Hand hoes are used for singling roots.
• Cohen singled to centre.
• The batter singled to left field.
• The South Western line was singled west of Salisbury.

Single as an Adjective

Definitions of "Single" as an adjective

According to the Oxford Dictionary of English, “single” as an adjective can have the following definitions:

• Being or characteristic of a single thing or person.
• Denoting an alcoholic drink that consists of one measure of spirits.
• Regarded as distinct from each other or others in a group.
• Existing alone or consisting of one entity or part or aspect or individual.
• Only one; not one of several.
• Unmarried or not involved in a stable sexual relationship.
• Used of flowers having usually only one row or whorl of petals.
• Not divided among or brought to bear on more than one object or objective.
• (of a flower) having only one whorl of petals.
• Not accompanied by others; alone.
• (of a ticket) valid for an outward journey only, not for the return.
• Consisting of one part.
• Characteristic of or meant for a single person or thing.
• Not married or related to the unmarried state.
• Designed or suitable for one person.
• Even one (used for emphasis.
• Having uniform application.
• Free from duplicity or deceit; ingenuous.

Synonyms of "Single" as an adjective (19 Words)

available	Not currently involved in a sexual or romantic relationship. He was not available for comment.
distinct	(used for emphasis) so clearly apparent to the mind as to be unmistakable; definite. The ship appeared as a distinct silhouette.
eligible	Having the right to do or obtain something; satisfying the appropriate conditions. An eligible bachelor.
exclusive	(of an item or story) not published or broadcast elsewhere. Gained their exclusive attention.
footloose and fancy free	Free to go or do as one pleases.
free	(of a translation) conveying only the broad sense; not literal. Free will.
individual	Designed for use by one person. She was surprised at how individual the others bodies were.
isolated	Far away from other places, buildings, or people; remote. Isolated farms and villages.
lone	Being the only one; single and isolated from others. The lone skier on the mountain.
one	Being a single entity made by combining separate components. The one and only Muhammad Ali.
one only	Eminent beyond or above comparison.
particular	Unique or specific to a person or thing or category. She gets special or particular satisfaction from her volunteer work.
separate	Separated according to race sex class or religion. They went their separate ways.
sole	Being the only one; single and isolated from others. Sole rights of publication.
solitary	(of a bird, mammal, or insect) living alone or in pairs, especially in contrast to related social forms. A solitary speck in the sky.
unattached	Not working for or belonging to a particular body or organization. She began to wonder if he was unattached.
undivided	Not separated into parts or shares constituting an undivided unit. Undivided responsibility.
unmarried	Not married or related to the unmarried state. Unmarried men and women.
young, free, and single	Suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh.

Usage Examples of "Single" as an adjective

• A single legal code for all.
• A single lens.
• A single mother.
• Judging a contest with a single eye.
• A pure and single heart.
• A single survivor.
• Upon the hill stood a single tower.
• A single thickness.
• Single chrysanthemums resemble daisies and may have more than one row of petals.
• A first-class single ticket.
• Single occupancy.
• The kingdom was ruled over by a single family.
• Alcohol is the single most important cause of violence.
• Are you married or single?
• The studio was a single large room.
• A single bed.
• A single serving.
• They didn't receive a single reply.
• A single red rose.
• A single devotion to duty.
• Single parenthood.
• Had but a single thought which was to escape.
• A single whisky.
• The individual blooms can be single, semi-double, or fully double.
• She wrote down every single word.
• Sex and the single girl.

Associations of "Single" (30 Words)

alone	Used to emphasize that only one factor out of several is being considered and that the whole is greater or more extreme. Was alone with her thoughts.
forlorn	Pitifully sad and abandoned or lonely. The last forlorn attempt.
hermit	A reclusive or solitary person.
homesick	Longing to return home. He was homesick for America after five weeks in Europe.
individual	Designed for use by one person. She creates her own highly individual landscapes.
individualist	Relating to or characterized by the habit or principle of being independent and self-reliant. A rugged individualist driven to succeed.
individualistic	More interested in individual people than in society as a whole. An individualistic way of dressing.
individuation	The quality of being individual.
isolate	A culture of microorganisms isolated for study. A country which is isolated from the rest of the world.
isolation	An instance of isolating something, especially a compound or microorganism. He opposed a policy of American isolation.
lone	(of a place) unfrequented and remote. He was alone when we met him.
lonely	(of a place) unfrequented and remote. Lonely old people whose families do not care for them.
lonesome	Being the only one; single and isolated from others. Spent a lonesome hour in the bar.
monosyllable	Brief words, used when reluctant to engage in conversation. If she spoke at all it was in monosyllables.
once	At a previous time. They deliver once a week.
one	Being a single entity made by combining separate components. He has the one but will need a two and three to go with it.
only	Being the only one single and isolated from others. She turned into the car park only to find her way blocked.
outsider	A person who is not accepted by or who isolates themselves from society. To the outsider glitzy fashion shows may seem an outrageous extravagance.
privacy	A state in which one is not observed or disturbed by other people. A law to restrict newspapers freedom to invade people s privacy.
recluse	One who lives in solitude. He s a bit of a recluse.
remote	A remote control device. She seemed remote and patronizing.
seclude	Keep away from others. I secluded myself up here for a life of study and meditation.
secluded	(of a place) not seen or visited by many people; sheltered and private. The gardens are quiet and secluded.
separated	Separated at the joint. Thought of herself as alone and separated from the others.
sole	Put a new sole on. A big blister on each heel and sole.
solitary	Confinement of a prisoner in isolation from other prisoners. He had something of the solitary about him.
times	A more or less definite period of time now or previously present. Four times three equals twelve.
troglodyte	A hermit.
unrewarding	Not rewarding or satisfying. It was dull unrewarding work.
unsung	Not famous or acclaimed. Harvey is one of the unsung heroes of the industrial revolution.