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emit Synonyms
Another word for emit
Choosing another word for emit depends on context, so the 13 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To produce and discharge something, especially gas, radiation, light, heat, or an odor.
Usage Example
"Solar panels generate clean electricity without using fuels that give off greenhouse gases into the atmosphere."
Strongest
give off
discharge
release
Strong
radiate
exude
send out
emanate
eject
• verb (Context 2)
To utter or produce a sound or voice.
Usage Example
"The startled owl emitted a sharp screech before flying up into the canopy."
Strongest
utter
let out
Strong
voice
vent
sound
Opposites of emit
The opposite of emit shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
absorb
take in
suppress
stifle
retain
soak up
contain
withhold
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Emit. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/emit