gave up the ghost

The phrase “gave up the ghost” has 4 syllables: gave up the ghost

It's pronounced as /ɡeɪv ʌp ðə ɡoʊst/


What is synonym and antonym for gave up the ghost?

In the thesaurus, “gave up the ghost” has 4 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for gave up the ghost along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for gave up the ghost

  • bought it
  • died
  • fell
  • perished

Antonyms for gave up the ghost

Example Sentences

  • The old car finally gave up the ghost after years of use.
  • The computer gave up the ghost in the middle of the presentation.
  • After a long battle with illness, he gave up the ghost peacefully at home.
  • The factory equipment gave up the ghost and had to be replaced.
  • She tried to keep the plant alive, but it eventually gave up the ghost.

On this page you'll find 7 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gave up the ghost, such as: bought it, breathed, came to, died, fell, lived, perished.

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