barricading

The word “barricading” has 4 syllables: bar-ri-cad-ing

It's pronounced as /bæɹɪˈkeɪdɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for barricading?

In the thesaurus, “barricading” has 10 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for barricading

barring
blockading
bolting
diking
fencing
gating
guarding
hedging
locking
obstructing

Antonyms for barricading

opening
reopening
unbarring
unblocking
unbolting

Meanings of barricading

verb
1. To close or block a road etc., using a barricade.
2. To keep someone in (or out), using a blockade, especially ships in a port.

Example Sentences

The workers were barricading the area to keep pedestrians safe.
Protesters were barricading the streets to prevent the trucks from passing.
She spent the night barricading the doors after hearing strange noises.
They were barricading the windows in anticipation of the hurricane.
The rebels started barricading the alleyways to slow down the advancing troops.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to barricading, such as: barring, blockading, bolting, diking, fencing, gating, guarding.

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