deadlocks
The word “deadlocks” has 2 syllables: dead-locks
It's pronounced as /ˈdɛdˌlɒks/
What is synonym and antonym for deadlocks?
In the thesaurus, “deadlocks” has 8 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for deadlocks along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for deadlocks
- dilemma
- gridlock
- halts
- impasses
- plight
- predicament
- standoff
- standstill
Antonyms for deadlocks
- good fortune
- solution
Meanings of deadlocks
- noun
- A standstill resulting from the opposition of two evenly matched forces; a stalemate or impasse.
- An inability to continue due to two programs or devices each requiring a response from the other before completing an operation.
- verb
- To cause or to come to a deadlock.
Example Sentences
- The negotiations reached several deadlocks before a compromise was finally reached.
- The computer system encountered multiple deadlocks due to conflicting requests from different processes.
- Despite multiple attempts at negotiation, the labor dispute remained deadlocks with neither side willing to compromise.
- The labor dispute led to a series of deadlocks between the workers' union and management.
- The traffic jam was caused by several vehicles getting stuck in deadlocks at the intersection.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to deadlocks, such as: dilemma, good fortune, gridlock, halts, impasses, plight, predicament.
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