elide
The word “elide” has 2 syllables: e-lide
It's pronounced as /ɪˈlaɪd/
What is synonym and antonym for elide?
In the thesaurus, “elide” has 6 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for elide along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for elide
Antonyms for elide
- add
- elongate
- enlarge
- expand
- extend
- lengthen
- prolong
- stet
Meanings of elide
- verb
- To leave out or omit (something).
- To cut off, as a vowel or a syllable.
- To conflate; to smear together; to blur the distinction between.
Example Sentences
- The speaker chose to elide certain details to keep the story concise.
- In casual speech, people often elide vowels to make words flow together.
- The professor advised not to elide important historical facts in the essay.
- Poets sometimes elide syllables to maintain the rhythm of their verses.
- The politician attempted to elide questions about the controversial policy.
On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to elide, such as: abridge, add, cancel, curtail, delete, elongate, enlarge.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.