practise
5 synonyms for practise, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To repeat an activity regularly in order to improve at it.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use practise
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
practise law
practise medicine
practise a skill
Etymology
From Middle French pratiser, ultimately from Ancient Greek praktikos, "practical" — the British verb spelling with -ise, kept distinct from the noun "practice".
Full origin of practise →Frequently asked questions
What does “practise” mean?
The word “practise” means to repeat an activity regularly in order to improve at it. In plain terms, to repeat something to get better at it, or to actively work in a profession.
How do you pronounce “practise”?
“Practise” is pronounced PRAK-tihs (/ˈpɹæktɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “practise” in a sentence?
Here is “practise” used in a sentence: “She practises the violin for an hour every evening.”
What part of speech is “practise”?
“Practise” is a verb.
Where does the word “practise” come from?
The word “practise” comes from Ancient Greek. From Middle French pratiser, ultimately from Ancient Greek praktikos, "practical" — the British verb spelling with -ise, kept distinct from the noun "practice".
Is “practise” a common word?
“Practise” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the A1 level.
How many meanings does “practise” have?
“Practise” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to repeat an activity regularly in order to improve at it.
