OpenSynonym

addles

The word “addles” has 2 syllables: ad-dles

It's pronounced as /ˈædəlz/

What is synonym and antonym for addles?

In the thesaurus, “addles” has 69 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for addles along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for addles

Antonyms for addles

Meanings of addles

  • verb
    1. (provincial) To earn, earn by labor; earn money or one's living.
    2. (provincial) To thrive or grow; to ripen.
    3. To make addle; to grow addle; to muddle.
    4. To cause fertilised eggs to lose viability, by killing the developing embryo within through shaking, piercing, freezing or oiling, without breaking the shell.
  • noun
    1. A foolish or dull-witted fellow.
    2. Liquid filth; mire.
    3. (provincial) Lees; dregs.

Example Sentences

  • The constant noise addles my concentration.
  • Too much caffeine sometimes addles his thinking.
  • The stress of deadlines addles even the best minds.
  • Conflicting advice often addles people who seek guidance.
  • This confusing manual only addles the reader further.

On this page you'll find 74 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to addles, such as: abashes, agitates, assures, baffles, bamboozles, beats, befogs.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

Related Words

baffles

bamboozles

decays

vexes

gets

Browse the Thesaurus