make way

The phrase “make way” has 2 syllables: make way.

It's pronounced as /meɪk weɪ/.


What is synonym and antonym for make way?

In the thesaurus, “make way” has 6 synonyms and 12 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for make way

Antonyms for make way

Meanings of make way

  • verb
    1. To make progress.
    2. (of a vessel) To progress through the water .
    3. To give place or step aside.
  • interjection
    1. An instruction to get out of the way of someone else, usually because they are carrying something and need a clear pathway. Compare with gangway.

Example Sentences

  • The emergency vehicles need to make way through the crowded street.
  • As the parade approached, the crowd began to make way for the floats.
  • It's important to make way for new ideas in order to foster innovation.
  • The workers were asked to make way for the delivery truck entering the site.
  • When the sun sets, it will make way for the stars to shine in the night sky.

On this page you'll find 18 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to make way, such as: aid, assist, check, clog, embarrass, facilitate, hamper.

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