Synonyms of delete

20 similar words · 4 opposite words

Another word for delete is remove. Other synonyms of delete are strike, expunge, scratch and clear. The opposite of delete is insert.

Synonyms and similar words for delete

redact
rub outTo delete or erase or remove (something) by rubbing, especially with a rubber (eraser).
strike out
obliterateTo make (a drawing, text which is printed or written, etc.) indecipherable, either by erasing or obscuring it; to blot...
cancel
cross out
score
scrub
scrap
scratchHence, to remove, ignore, or delete.
expungeTo delete permanently (e-mail etc.) that was previously marked for deletion but still stored.
eliminate
blue-pencil
exclude
squelch

verb To remove, get rid of or erase, especially written or printed material, or data on a computer or other device.
verb To defeat or dominate.
verb To kill or murder.

What is another word for delete?: Delete has 20 synonyms on Word.ws, such as remove, strike, expunge, scratch and clear.
What is the opposite of delete?: The opposite of delete is insert. Other antonyms of delete are maintain.
What does delete mean?: Delete means to remove, get rid of or erase, especially written or printed material, or data on a computer or other device.

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Last updated: 2026-09-02

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