SPEAKING (TO OR WITH) Synonyms: 14 Similar Words

speaking (to or with)

verb

Definition of speaking (to or with)

present participle of speak (to or with)

as in talking (to)

to communicate with by means of spoken words we spoke to the mall's leasing agent about opening a shop

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addressing

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Gilbert shared a post to his Instagram story responding to the outcry from fans of the actor over the weekend, addressing claims that Danny is pro-ICE or supports Shapiro’s politics.

— Payton Turkeltaub, Variety, 13 Oct. 2026
Caplan said that Weiss’s consistent internal communication on his action plan—addressing nine areas, including facilities, visitor experience, technology, and security—has already helped with morale.

— Hilarie M. Sheets, ARTnews.com, 13 Oct. 2026

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speaking out

speaking (to or with)

speaking up

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