nabbing

The word “nabbing” has 2 syllables: nab-bing.

It's pronounced as /ˈnæbɪŋ/.


What is synonym and antonym for nabbing?

In the thesaurus, “nabbing” has 7 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for nabbing

  • apprehending
  • arresting
  • capturing
  • catching
  • grabbing
  • seizing
  • snatching

Antonyms for nabbing

  • discharging
  • freeing
  • loosening
  • missing
  • releasing
  • springing

Meanings of nabbing

  • verb
    1. To seize, arrest or take into custody (a criminal or fugitive).
    2. To grab or snatch something.

Example Sentences

  • The detective spent hours stealthily nabbing evidence from the crime scene.
  • With a quick move, the agile cat showed its hunting prowess by nabbing the elusive mouse.
  • The undercover agent excelled at nabbing crucial information from the unsuspecting informant.
  • Despite the tight security, the skilled hacker was adept at nabbing sensitive data from the network.
  • The enthusiastic birdwatcher focused on nabbing photos of rare species in the wild.

On this page you'll find 13 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nabbing, such as: apprehending, arresting, capturing, catching, discharging, freeing, grabbing.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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