swag

14 synonyms for swag, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.

Noun — Free promotional items or merchandise handed out at events, or casually, any collection of nice possessions.

Synonyms

Everyday swaps

Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.

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Less common

Still standard English, but they carry more weight.

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Rare, literary or technical

Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.

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Synonyms by Meaning

1. noun

Free promotional items or merchandise handed out at events, or casually, any collection of nice possessions.

“Everyone who attended the conference got a bag of swag with a t-shirt and stickers.”

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2. verb

To sag or droop.

“The old washing line swagged under the weight of wet clothes.”

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How to use swag

The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.

conference swag has swag free swag

The "confidence/style" and "free merchandise" senses are informal, modern usage.

Etymology

Probably from Old Norse sveggja, "to swing or sway."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “swag” mean?

The word “swag” means free promotional items or merchandise handed out at events, or casually, any collection of nice possessions. In plain terms, most often used today for free branded giveaways, or for a person's confident style — older senses cover draped fabric and sagging.

How do you pronounce “swag”?

“Swag” is pronounced SWAG (/ˈswæɡ/ in IPA).

How do you use “swag” in a sentence?

Here is “swag” used in a sentence: “Everyone who attended the conference got a bag of swag with a t-shirt and stickers.”

What part of speech is “swag”?

Depending on how it is used, “swag” can be a noun and a verb.

Where does the word “swag” come from?

The word “swag” comes from Old Norse. Probably from Old Norse sveggja, "to swing or sway.".

Is “swag” a common word?

“Swag” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “swag” have?

“Swag” has 4 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: free promotional items or merchandise handed out at events, or casually, any collection of nice possessions.

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