abutments
The word “abutments” has 3 syllables: a-but-ments
It's pronounced as /əˈbʌtmənts/
What is synonym and antonym for abutments?
In the thesaurus, “abutments” has 22 synonyms and 7 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for abutments along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for abutments
- articulations
- attachments
- concourses
- confluences
- connections
- couplings
- interconnections
- intersections
- joinings
- joins
- joints
- jointures
- junctions
- junctures
- links
- meetings
- nexus
- nexuses
- seams
- sutures
- ties
- unions
Antonyms for abutments
- clefts
- cracks
- crevices
- fissures
- gaps
- rifts
- separations
Meanings of abutments
- noun
- The point of junction between two things, in particular a support, that abuts.
- The solid portion of a structure that supports the lateral pressure of an arch or vault.
- A construction that supports the ends of a bridge; a structure that anchors the cables on a suspension bridge.
- The part of a valley or canyon wall against which a dam is constructed.
- Something that abuts, or on which something abuts.
- The state of abutting.
- That element that shares a common boundary or surface with its neighbor.
- The tooth that supports a denture or bridge.
- A fixed point or surface where resistance is obtained.
Example Sentences
- The engineers inspected the bridge's abutments for signs of wear and tear.
- Construction workers reinforced the abutments to ensure the stability of the new overpass.
- The river's strong current eroded the abutments, requiring immediate repairs.
- Historical records show that the abutments of the old bridge were built in the 19th century.
- The design includes decorative stonework on the abutments, adding an aesthetic touch to the structure.
On this page you'll find 29 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to abutments, such as: articulations, attachments, clefts, concourses, confluences, connections, couplings.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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