calluses
The word “calluses” has 3 syllables: cal-lus-es
It's pronounced as /ˈkæl.ə.sɪz/
What is synonym and antonym for calluses?
In the thesaurus, “calluses” has 28 synonyms and 11 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for calluses along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for calluses
- anneals
- cakes
- calcifies
- case-hardens
- clots
- coagulates
- concretes
- congeals
- crystalizes
- crystallizes
- encrusts
- freezes
- gelates
- gelatinizes
- gels
- hardens
- incrusts
- indurates
- jellies
- jells
- ossifies
- petrifies
- rigidifies
- sets
- solidifies
- stiffens
- tempers
- thickens
Antonyms for calluses
- deliquesces
- dissolves
- fluxes
- fuses
- liquefies
- liquifies
- melts
- smelts
- softens
- thaws
- unfreezes
Meanings of calluses
- noun
- A hardened area of the skin (especially on the foot or hand) caused by repeated friction, wear or use.
- The material of repair in fractures of bone; a substance exuded at the site of fracture, which is at first soft or cartilaginous in consistency, but is ultimately converted into true bone and unites the fragments into a single piece.
- The new formation over the end of a cutting, before it puts out rootlets.
- A shining area on the frons of many species of Tabanomorpha (horse flies and relatives).
- verb
- To form such hardened tissue.
Example Sentences
- Her rigorous training regimen led to the formation of calluses on her palms.
- The hiker's feet developed calluses to protect against blisters during long treks.
- Guitarists often build up calluses on their fingertips from regular practice.
- The weightlifter's hands were covered in thick calluses from gripping heavy barbells.
- Despite the discomfort, dancers embrace calluses as a sign of dedication to their craft.
On this page you'll find 39 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to calluses, such as: anneals, cakes, calcifies, case-hardens, clots, coagulates, concretes.
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