garrotes

The word “garrotes” has 2 syllables: gar-rotes

It's pronounced as /ɡəˈrɒts/


What is synonym and antonym for garrotes?

In the thesaurus, “garrotes” has 8 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for garrotes

  • asphyxiates
  • chokes
  • scrags
  • smothers
  • stifles
  • strangles
  • suffocates
  • throttles

Antonyms for garrotes

  • restores
  • resuscitates
  • revives

Meanings of garrotes

  • noun
    1. An iron collar formerly used in Spain to execute people by strangulation.
    2. Something, especially a cord or wire, used for strangulation.
  • verb
    1. To execute by strangulation.
    2. To kill using a garrote.

Example Sentences

  • The museum displayed a collection of ancient garrotes used for executions.
  • The spy carried several garrotes in his kit, ready for any silent takedown.
  • During the investigation, the police found multiple garrotes hidden in the suspect's basement.
  • The assassin was known for using garrotes to eliminate targets quickly and quietly.
  • In medieval times, garrotes were often used as a form of capital punishment.

On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to garrotes, such as: asphyxiates, chokes, restores, resuscitates, revives, scrags, smothers.

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