lacerate
The word “lacerate” has 3 syllables: la-cer-ate.
It's pronounced as /ˈlæsəˌreɪt/.
What is synonym and antonym for lacerate?
In the thesaurus, “lacerate” has 6 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for lacerate along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for lacerate
- bruise
- faded
- mangle
- pierce
- shredded
- wound
Antonyms for lacerate
- brand-new
- new
- spick-and-span
- unused
Meanings of lacerate
- verb
- To tear, rip or wound.
- To defeat thoroughly; to thrash.
- adjective
- Jagged, as if torn or lacerated.
Example Sentences
- The thorns on the bush could lacerate the skin if one wasn't careful.
- His criticism seemed to lacerate her confidence, leaving her feeling defeated.
- The jagged rocks had the potential to lacerate the ship's hull if navigated improperly.
- The intense emotions in the room seemed to lacerate the air, creating a tense atmosphere.
- The sharp blade could easily lacerate the fabric, so she handled it with caution.
On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lacerate, such as: brand-new, bruise, faded, mangle, new, pierce, shredded.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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