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Synonyms for “Cue” — 15 Other Ways to Say It

sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards

Meaning of Cue

sports implement consisting of a tapering rod used to strike a cue ball in pool or billiards

15 Synonyms for Cue — Words Similar to Cue

Browse alternative words with their meaning, level, and a real example sentence so you pick the synonym that fits your context.

ride

/raɪd/
verb A1

To sit on a horse, bike, motorcycle, or in a vehicle and travel from one place to another.

Example: My daughter learned to ride a bicycle last summer.

factor

/ˈfæktər/
noun B2

Something that helps cause or influence what happens; an important part of a situation.

Example: Climate is a key factor in agriculture.

send

/sɛnd/
verb A1

Make something travel from one place to another person.

Example: She sent a message to her friend via email.

blue

/bluː/
adj A1

the color between green and violet on the spectrum, like the sky or sea

Example: The sky is blue on a clear day.

input

/ˈɪnpʊt/
noun B2

Information or data you give to a computer or system to process. Also can mean a person's advice, ideas, or contribution to a decision.

Example: The software requires specific input data to generate accurate results.

sign

/saɪn/
verb A1

To write your name on a paper to show it is yours or that you agree.

Example: Please sign here at the bottom.

message

/ˈmɛsɪdʒ/
noun A2

Information communicated between people, such as a text, email, or note.

Example: I received your message this morning and replied immediately.

line

/laɪn/
noun A1

A thin mark or stroke made with a pencil, pen, or other tool.

Example: Draw a straight line from point A to point B.

queue

/kjuː/
noun B2 Formal

A system where items are processed in the order they arrive, like a waiting line.

Example: The print queue holds documents until the printer is ready.

turn

/tɜːrn/
noun A1

When it is your time to do something, like in a game or line.

Example: It is your turn to play.

rise

/raɪz/
verb A2

To go up or get up from where you are sitting or lying down.

Example: The sun rises in the east every morning.

reminder

/rɪˈmaɪndər/
noun B1

Something that helps you remember to do something or remember a fact. For example, a note, a message, or an alarm that tells you to take action.

Example: I set a phone reminder to finish the report by Friday.

Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Cue

What is another word for "cue"?

Common synonyms for "cue" include: ride, factor, send, pecker, blue.

What can I say instead of "cue"?

Try one of these alternatives: ride, factor, send, pecker, blue. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.

When should I use "cue" instead of "ride"?

Use "cue" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "ride" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.

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