The word "emotes" is commonly used in online communication and refers to expressing emotions through text or emojis. However, there are several synonyms for this term that can also be used in place of "emotes". These include "expressing", "conveying", "displaying", "demonstrating", "manifesting", "exhibiting", "portraying" and "revealing". These synonyms can be used interchangeably with "emotes" depending on the context of the message being conveyed. Using synonyms can help to add variety and nuance to your language and allows you to express yourself in different ways.