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

Need another word that means the same as “wordplay”? Find 6 synonyms for “wordplay” in this overview.

The synonyms of “Wordplay” are: paronomasia, pun, punning, puns, double entendres, play on words

Wordplay as a Noun

Definitions of "Wordplay" as a noun

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

  • The witty exploitation of the meanings and ambiguities of words, especially in puns.
  • A humorous play on words.

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

double entendresRaising the stakes in a card game by a factor of 2.
paronomasiaA play on words; a pun.
play on wordsA preset plan of action in team sports.
punA humorous play on words.
His constant punning irritated her.
punningA humorous play on words.
His constant punning irritated her.
punsA humorous play on words.
I do it for the pun of it.

Usage Examples of "Wordplay" as a noun

  • So many of the jokes are based on wordplay.
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