keelhauling
The word “keelhauling” has 3 syllables: keel-haul-ing.
It's pronounced as /ˈkiːlˌhɔlɪŋ/.
What is synonym and antonym for keelhauling?
In the thesaurus, “keelhauling” has 3 synonyms and 3 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for keelhauling along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for keelhauling
- lecturing
- reprimanding
- scolding
Antonyms for keelhauling
- approving
- endorsing
- sanctioning
Meanings of keelhauling
- verb
- To punish by dragging under the keel of a ship.
- To rebuke harshly.
- noun
- The act by which a person is keelhauled.
Example Sentences
- The pirate captain resorted to keelhauling to discipline the unruly crew.
- The threat of keelhauling hung in the air, keeping the sailors in check.
- The old maritime code included provisions for keelhauling as a severe punishment.
- The daring rescue mission involved freeing a comrade from the clutches of a keelhauling.
- As a last resort, the captain reluctantly ordered the keelhauling of the disobedient sailor.
On this page you'll find 6 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to keelhauling, such as: approving, endorsing, lecturing, reprimanding, sanctioning, scolding.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.