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joust

The word “joust” has 1 syllable: joust

It's pronounced as /dʒaʊst/

What is synonym and antonym for joust?

In the thesaurus, “joust” has 100 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for joust

Antonyms for joust

  • agreement
  • give up
  • submit
  • surrender
  • truce

Meanings of joust

  • noun
    1. A tilting match: a mock combat between two mounted knights or men-at-arms using lances in the lists or enclosed field.
  • verb
    1. To engage in mock combat on horseback, as two knights in the lists; to tilt.
    2. To engage in verbal sparring over an important issue. (used of two people, both of whom participate more or less equally).
    3. To touch penises while engaging in a sex act, especially oral sex.

Example Sentences

  • The knights prepared to joust in the grand tournament.
  • They used lances to joust in a fierce competition for honor.
  • The two opponents mounted their horses, ready to joust for the crown.
  • At the medieval fair, visitors could watch a live joust between skilled riders.
  • The joust was the highlight of the festival, drawing large crowds.

On this page you'll find 105 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to joust, such as: affray, agreement, altercation, argle-bargle, argument, argy-bargy, bang.

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