say

say · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To utter words so as to convey information, an opinion, a feeling, or intention.

  2. 2.

    To express a thought or opinion.

  3. 3.

    To indicate or show.

  4. 4.

    To suppose or assume something for the sake of argument.

  5. 5.

    (noun) An opportunity to express one's opinion.

Related words

See also: said, saying, says, speak
Synonyms: declare, express, mention, state, utter

Etymology

From Old English secgan ("to say, tell, declare"), from Proto-Germanic sagjaną ("to say"), from Proto-Indo-European sokʷ-h₁-ye- ("to say, speak"). Cognate with Dutch zeggen, German sagen, and Old Norse segja.