half-cocked
The word “half-cocked” has 2 syllables: half-cocked.
It's pronounced as /hæf kɒkt/.
What is synonym and antonym for half-cocked?
In the thesaurus, “half-cocked” has 8 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for half-cocked along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for half-cocked
- half-baked
- hasty
- ill-advised
- ill-considered
- instinctive
- spontaneous
- unauthorized
- untimely
Antonyms for half-cocked
- planned
- premeditated
- prepared
- rehearsed
Meanings of half-cocked
- adjective
- (of a gun) Not fully cocked.
- (of a plan etc) Not fully prepared.
Example Sentences
- The plan seemed half-cocked, lacking proper preparation and foresight.
- He stormed into the meeting, making half-cocked accusations without any evidence.
- The team's performance suffered due to their half-cocked approach to the project.
- She dismissed his half-cocked proposal as impractical and poorly thought out.
- The decision to implement the new policy appeared half-cocked, causing confusion and discontent among the employees.
On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to half-cocked, such as: half-baked, hasty, ill-advised, ill-considered, instinctive, planned, premeditated.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.