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Synonyms for “Toil” — 8 Other Ways to Say It
Meaning of Toil
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8 Synonyms for Toil — Words Similar to Toil
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labor
/ˈleɪbər/Hard work or effort; or the people who work in jobs and factories (as a group or class).
Example: The construction project required months of labor from the team.
dig
/dɪɡ/To push a tool into soil to move earth or make a hole.
Example: The children dig in the sand at the beach.
Frequently Asked Questions About Synonyms of Toil
What is another word for "toil"?
Common synonyms for "toil" include: labor, labour, fag, travail, grind.
What can I say instead of "toil"?
Try one of these alternatives: labor, labour, fag, travail, grind. Pick the synonym whose register and meaning fits your sentence — see the cards above for definitions and examples.
When should I use "toil" instead of "labor"?
Use "toil" when you want to keep the exact nuance shown in the meaning section above; switch to "labor" when you need a different register, level, or shade of meaning. Compare the cards above to decide.