hamstring
The word “hamstring” has 2 syllables: ham-string.
It's pronounced as /ˈhæmˌstrɪŋ/.
What is synonym and antonym for hamstring?
In the thesaurus, “hamstring” has 11 synonyms and 12 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for hamstring along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for hamstring
- cripple
- debilitate
- disable
- hinder
- hobble
- immobilize
- impair
- incapacitate
- paralyze
- undermine
- weaken
Antonyms for hamstring
- aid
- allow
- assist
- energize
- fortify
- further
- galvanize
- help
- invigorate
- promote
- strengthen
- vitalize
Meanings of hamstring
- noun
- One of the great tendons situated in each side of the ham, or space back of the knee, and connected with the muscles of the back of the thigh.
- The biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus muscles.
- verb
- To lame or disable by cutting the tendons of the ham or knee; to hough.
- To cripple; to incapacitate; to disable.
Example Sentences
- He had to stop running after feeling a sharp pain in his hamstring.
- The dancer's performance was affected by a pulled hamstring.
- The athlete underwent surgery to repair a torn hamstring.
- Stretching exercises can help prevent hamstring injuries.
- The physical therapist recommended strengthening exercises to rehabilitate the hamstring.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hamstring, such as: aid, allow, assist, cripple, debilitate, disable, energize.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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