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letter Synonyms
Another word for letter
Choosing another word for letter depends on context, so the 21 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A written, typed, or printed communication sent to a person or organization, usually in an envelope.
Usage Example
"She received a heartfelt missive from her grandfather in the mail."
Strongest
missive
epistle
Strong
message
note
communication
dispatch
Weak
memorandum
line
• noun (Context 2)
A symbol representing a sound used in speech; a character belonging to an alphabet.
Usage Example
"The English alphabet contains twenty-six letters."
Strongest
character
Strong
grapheme
symbol
sign
Weak
glyph
• noun (Context 3)
The strict or exact meaning of a law or agreement, as opposed to its spirit or intent.
Usage Example
"The lawyer argued that his client had followed the wording of the law, even if the result seemed unfair."
Strong
wording
text
• verb (Context 4)
To write, print, or paint letters onto a surface.
Usage Example
"The skilled artisan will inscribe the storefront window by hand using gold leaf."
Strongest
inscribe
Strong
print
write
stencil
engrave
Weak
mark
Opposites of letter
The opposite of letter shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
spirit
erase
intent
efface
purpose
wipe
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Letter. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/letter