CHORE Synonyms: 49 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the noun 'chore' contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of chore are assignment , duty , job , stint , and task . While all these words mean "a piece of work to be done," chore implies a minor routine activity necessary for maintaining a household or farm. // every child was assigned chores

Q: When could 'assignment' be used to replace 'chore'?

While the synonyms assignment and chore are close in meaning, assignment implies a definite limited task assigned by one in authority. // a reporter's assignment

Q: When is 'duty' a more appropriate choice than 'chore'?

In some situations, the words duty and chore are roughly equivalent. However, duty implies an obligation to perform or responsibility for performance. // the duties of a lifeguard

Q: When is it sensible to use 'job' instead of 'chore'?

The meanings of job and chore largely overlap; however, job applies to a piece of work voluntarily performed; it may sometimes suggest difficulty or importance. // the job of turning the company around

Q: Where would 'stint' be a reasonable alternative to 'chore'?

The words stint and chore can be used in similar contexts, but stint implies a carefully allotted or measured quantity of assigned work or service. // a 2-month stint as a reporter

Q: When might 'task' be a better fit than 'chore'?

The words task and chore are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, task implies work imposed by a person in authority or an employer or by circumstance. // charged with a variety of tasks

chore

noun

ˈchȯr

Definition of chore

as in task

a piece of work that needs to be done regularly everyone in this household is expected to do weekly chores

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as in headache

a dull, unpleasant, or difficult piece of work cleaning everything out of the attic was a real chore

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How does the noun chore contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of chore are assignment, duty, job, stint, and task. While all these words mean "a piece of work to be done," chore implies a minor routine activity necessary for maintaining a household or farm.

every child was assigned chores

When could assignment be used to replace chore?

While the synonyms assignment and chore are close in meaning, assignment implies a definite limited task assigned by one in authority.

a reporter's assignment

When is duty a more appropriate choice than chore?

In some situations, the words duty and chore are roughly equivalent. However, duty implies an obligation to perform or responsibility for performance.

the duties of a lifeguard

When is it sensible to use job instead of chore?

The meanings of job and chore largely overlap; however, job applies to a piece of work voluntarily performed; it may sometimes suggest difficulty or importance.

the job of turning the company around

Where would stint be a reasonable alternative to chore?

The words stint and chore can be used in similar contexts, but stint implies a carefully allotted or measured quantity of assigned work or service.

a 2-month stint as a reporter

When might task be a better fit than chore?

The words task and chore are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, task implies work imposed by a person in authority or an employer or by circumstance.

charged with a variety of tasks

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Recent Examples of chore Blowing up an imaginary balloon, using a pinwheel or pretending to blow out birthday candles can make the practice feel less like a chore. — Samantha Agate, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 10 Aug. 2026 The Gemini Moon moves through your 6th House of Work and Wellness and sextiles Saturn in your 4th House of Home, helping routines, chores, and household responsibilities click into place. — Tarot.com, Sun Sentinel, 8 Aug. 2026 Your morning of chores or physical activity has imbued you with a sense of achievement and a faint, pleasurable languor. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 8 Aug. 2026 Grocery shopping for school-age kids is not a relaxing, easy-to-manage weekly chore. — Parents, 7 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for chore

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The machine is programmed in advance, allowing landscapers to complete other tasks, such as trimming and cleanup, while the mower cuts the grass.

— Emily M. Olson, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
The Virgo Moon moves through your 6th House of Work and Wellness, making tasks, health habits, and schedules more noticeable.

— Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 14 Aug. 2026

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AutoCamp is also a short walk to the main drag, sparing guests the headache of the limited parking around shops and restaurants.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 15 Aug. 2026
Friday provided a brief but clear reminder of what kind of headache that could be for opposing defensive coordinators.

— Nick Kosmider, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

Definition of headache

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The Republican nominee also said the work agreements that allow many state employees to perform their jobs remotely need reform as well.

— Keith M. Phaneuf, Hartford Courant, 14 Aug. 2026
In 2004, Norris took a job as an editorial manager of publications at the Joint Commission in Oakbrook Terrace.

— Bob Goldsborough, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of job

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Local manufacturing could eventually lower vehicle prices by avoiding import duties while stimulating investment in charging infrastructure, component manufacturing and battery production.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026
Whether winning us over with her glamorous red carpet-ready style or inspiring us with chic off-duty outfits, Gerber has developed a distinct point of view that is truly noteworthy.

— Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of duty

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The Sox called up Smith and fellow pitching prospect Tanner McDougal from Triple-A Charlotte before Saturday’s game, optioning pitchers Noah Schultz and David Sandlin to Charlotte and designating pitcher Wikelman González for assignment.

— LaMond Pope, Chicago Tribune, 9 Aug. 2026
The former top infield prospect the Giants acquired from the Red Sox last week is set to begin an injury rehab assignment at Triple-A, and could soon join the mix.

— Devin Bradshaw, Mercury News, 8 Aug. 2026

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