gags
The word “gags” has 1 syllable: gags
It's pronounced as /ɡæɡz/
What is synonym and antonym for gags?
In the thesaurus, “gags” has 15 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for gags along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for gags
Antonyms for gags
- breathes
- free
- let go
- release
Meanings of gags
- noun
- A device to restrain speech, such as a rag in the mouth secured with tape or a rubber ball threaded onto a cord or strap.
- An order or rule forbidding discussion of a case or subject.
- A joke or other mischievous prank.
- A device or trick used to create a practical effect; a gimmick.
- A convulsion of the upper digestive tract.
- A mouthful that makes one retch or choke.
- Mycteroperca microlepis, a species of grouper.
- verb
- To experience the vomiting reflex.
- To cause to heave with nausea.
- To restrain someone's speech by blocking his or her mouth.
- To pry or hold open by means of a gag.
- To restrain someone's speech without using physical means.
- To choke; to retch.
- To deceive (someone); to con.
Example Sentences
- The stand-up comedian delivered a series of clever gags that had the audience in stitches.
- In the comedy film, the actor's impeccable timing brought the well-written gags to life.
- As the clown performed, each of his silly gags had children and adults alike bursting into laughter.
- The sitcom's success was attributed to its witty dialogue and hilarious running gags.
- During the improv show, the actors improvised a variety of amusing gags that had the audience in uproarious laughter.
On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gags, such as: breathes, choke, chokes, constrain, free, hoax, jokes.
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