keelhauled
The word “keelhauled” has 2 syllables: keel-hauled.
It's pronounced as /ˈkiːlˌhɔld/.
What is synonym and antonym for keelhauled?
In the thesaurus, “keelhauled” has 4 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for keelhauled along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for keelhauled
- blamed
- lectured
- reprimanded
- scolded
Antonyms for keelhauled
- approved
- endorsed
- indorsed
- sanctioned
Meanings of keelhauled
- verb
- To punish by dragging under the keel of a ship.
- To rebuke harshly.
Example Sentences
- The pirate, caught in mutiny, was mercilessly keelhauled as a warning to others.
- Tales of the dreaded captain who keelhauled disobedient crew members spread fear among sailors.
- The defiant sailor regretted his actions as he faced the grim fate of being keelhauled.
- The ship's discipline was maintained through the threat of being keelhauled for any insubordination.
- The captain reluctantly ordered the crew member to be keelhauled for endangering the ship's mission.
On this page you'll find 8 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to keelhauled, such as: approved, blamed, endorsed, indorsed, lectured, reprimanded, sanctioned.
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