gauntlets
The word “gauntlets” has 2 syllables: gaunt-lets
It's pronounced as /ˈɡɔːnt.lɪts/
What is synonym and antonym for gauntlets?
In the thesaurus, “gauntlets” has 6 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for gauntlets along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for gauntlets
- crosses
- crucibles
- fires
- initiations
- ordeals
- trials
Meanings of gauntlets
- noun
- Protective armor for the hands, formerly thrown down as a challenge to combat.
- A long glove covering the wrist.
- A rope on which hammocks or clothes are hung for drying.
- Two parallel rows of attackers who strike at a criminal as punishment.
- Simultaneous attack from two or more sides.
- Any challenging, difficult, or painful ordeal, often one performed for atonement or punishment.
- A temporary convergence of two parallel railroad tracks allowing passage through a narrow opening in each direction without switching.
Example Sentences
- The knight’s gauntlets were shiny and new, ready for battle.
- He carefully removed his gauntlets after the long day of work.
- The dragon's scales were so tough that the gauntlets barely protected his hands.
- The gauntlets were too tight, making it hard for her to grip the sword.
- She held her gauntlets tightly as she faced the difficult challenge ahead.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms or another words to gauntlets, such as: crosses, crucibles, fires, initiations, ordeals, trials.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.