Synonyms for "serve"
1 kid-friendly synonyms for serve, sorted by grade level (K-2, 3-5, 6-8).
What does "serve" mean?
The word serve is a verb that means: to start a play by hitting the ball to the other side.
Example: "Serve the ball."
Grade 6–8Middle-school vocabulary for serve
Tier 2 academic alternatives — useful for essays, persuasive writing, and standardized tests:
FAQ — synonyms for serve
What is a good synonym for serve in a kid's writing?
For K-2 writers, try deliver. For older students, "deliver" reads more naturally in school writing.
How many synonyms does serve have?
We list 1 grade-appropriate synonyms for serve across three reading levels. Adults' thesauruses include dozens more, but most aren't useful for K-8 vocabulary.
Is serve a noun, verb, or adjective?
In this entry, serve is used as a verb.
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