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schmooze Synonyms

Another word for schmooze

Choosing another word for schmooze depends on context, so the 16 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To chat in a friendly and persuasive manner, especially so as to gain favor, business, or social connections.

Usage Example

"The sales director spent the entire reception schmoozing with potential investors."

Strongest
hobnob
network
Strong
mingle
rub elbows
socialize
chat
butter up
chit-chat
cozy up
fraternize

• noun (Context 2)

A long, friendly, and informal conversation or chat, often undertaken to build rapport or professional connections.

Usage Example

"We had a quick chat over coffee before the afternoon conference session began."

Strongest
chat
Strong
chit-chat
small talk
chinwag
gabfest
confab
tete-a-tete
Weak
heart-to-heart

Opposites of schmooze

The opposite of schmooze shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

snub
cold-shoulder
shun
ignore
alienate
See all opposites of schmooze

• Nearby Words

schmear
schmo
schmoe
schmooze
schmoozer
schmoozy
schmuck

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Schmooze. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/schmooze
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