kick-start

The word “kick-start” has 2 syllables: kick-start.

It's pronounced as /ˈkɪkˌstɑrt/.


What is synonym and antonym for kick-start?

In the thesaurus, “kick-start” has 4 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for kick-start along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for kick-start

  • jump-start
  • rekindle
  • resurrect
  • revitalize

Antonyms for kick-start

  • extinguish
  • kill
  • suppress

Meanings of kick-start

  • noun
    1. A metal bar on a motorcycle used to start its engine.
    2. An act of starting a motorcycle by quickly depressing the kick start with one's foot.
    3. A fast or strong start; help with starting or beginning well.
    4. An impetus that starts or restarts some process.
  • verb
    1. To start a motorcycle.
    2. To start or begin strongly or quickly.
    3. To make (something) active, functional, or productive again; to reinvigorate (an activity, system, or process).

Example Sentences

  • A cup of coffee in the morning is just what I need to kick-start my day.
  • The new government initiative aims to kick-start economic growth in the region.
  • Regular exercise can help kick-start your metabolism and improve overall health.
  • We'll need a strong marketing campaign to kick-start sales for our new product.
  • Volunteers are essential to kick-starting community projects and initiatives.

On this page you'll find 7 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to kick-start, such as: extinguish, jump-start, kill, rekindle, resurrect, revitalize, suppress.

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