Words that have same meaning as said?

Here are some words that have similar meanings to "said," depending on the context:

General:

* Spoke

* Expressed

* Stated

* Declared

* Remarked

* Uttered

* Pronounced

* Announced

* Mentioned

* Noticed

* Added

* Replied

* Responded

* Asked

* Questioned

* Whispered

* Muttered

Informal:

* Told

* Yelled

* Shouted

* Argued

* Complained

* Whispered

* Muttered

* Grumbled

* Chortled

* Gushed

Formal:

* Articulated

* Averred

* Asserted

* Affirm

* Proclaimed

* Enunciated

Figurative:

* Cried (for strong emotion)

* Sighed (for weariness)

* Chortled (for amusement)

* Gushed (for enthusiasm)

Remember: The best word to use will depend on the specific context and the tone you want to convey.