makes way

The phrase “makes way” has 2 syllables: makes way

It's pronounced as /meɪks weɪ/


What is synonym and antonym for makes way?

In the thesaurus, “makes way” has 19 synonyms and 34 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for makes way

  • aids
  • assists
  • clears
  • encourages
  • facilitates
  • frees
  • furthers
  • helps
  • liberates
  • loosens
  • opens
  • promotes
  • releases
  • smoothes
  • smooths
  • unclogs
  • unplugs
  • unstops
  • unties

Antonyms for makes way

  • balks
  • binds
  • chains
  • checks
  • clogs
  • constrains
  • cramps
  • curbs
  • embarrasses
  • encumbers
  • fetters
  • halters
  • hampers
  • handcuffs
  • handicaps
  • hinders
  • hobbles
  • hog-ties
  • holds back
  • holds up
  • impedes
  • inhibits
  • leashes
  • manacles
  • obstructs
  • reins
  • restrains
  • shackles
  • short-circuits
  • stymies
  • tethers
  • ties
  • ties up
  • trammels

Example Sentences

  • As the parade approached, the crowd makes way for the marching bands to pass through.
  • The new policy makes way for more flexible working hours for employees.
  • She makes way for her colleagues by sharing her insights and ideas during meetings.
  • The construction crew makes way for the new highway by clearing the land.
  • His dedication and hard work makes way for new opportunities in his career.

On this page you'll find 53 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to makes way, such as: aids, assists, balks, binds, chains, checks, clears.

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