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fanned

The word “fanned” has 1 syllable: fanned

It's pronounced as /fænd/

What is synonym and antonym for fanned?

In the thesaurus, “fanned” has 24 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for fanned

  • aroused
  • encouraged
  • enflamed
  • flicked
  • flickered
  • flitted
  • ignited
  • incited
  • induced
  • inflamed
  • instigated
  • kindled
  • knocked
  • moved
  • oscillated
  • provoked
  • smacked
  • sparked
  • stimulated
  • stirred
  • swayed
  • swung
  • triggered
  • waved

Antonyms for fanned

Meanings of fanned

  • verb
    1. To blow air on (something) by means of a fan (hand-held, mechanical or electrical) or otherwise.
    2. To slap (a behind, especially).
    3. (usually to fan out) To move or spread in multiple directions from one point, in the shape of a hand-held fan.
    4. To dispel by waving a hand-held fan.
    5. To perform a maneuver that involves flicking the top rear of an old-style gun.
    6. (metaphoric) To invigorate, like flames when fanned.
    7. To winnow grain.

Example Sentences

  • She fanned herself with a magazine to stay cool in the heat.
  • The flames were quickly fanned by the strong wind, spreading the fire.
  • His excitement was clearly fanned by the enthusiastic crowd.
  • The campfire was carefully fanned to keep the embers glowing.
  • The rumor was fanned by gossip, leading to widespread speculation.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to fanned, such as: aroused, calmed, encouraged, enflamed, flicked, flickered, flitted.

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