nestles
The word “nestles” has 2 syllables: nes-tles
It's pronounced as /ˈnɛsəlz/
What is synonym and antonym for nestles?
In the thesaurus, “nestles” has 8 synonyms and 6 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nestles along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nestles
- crouches
- lodges
- nuzzles
- parks
- perches
- settles
- snuggles
- snugs
Antonyms for nestles
- flinches
- recoils
- shies
- shrinks
- starts
- winces
Meanings of nestles
- verb
- To settle oneself comfortably and snugly.
- To press oneself against another affectionately.
- To lie half-hidden or in shelter.
- To build or sit upon a nest.
- Of a bird: to look after its young.
- To move or place into a comfortable position.
Example Sentences
- The puppy nestles close to its owner for comfort.
- The cabin nestles quietly among the tall pine trees.
- She nestles into the couch with a good book on rainy evenings.
- The town nestles in a valley surrounded by mountains.
- He nestles the fragile vase carefully in a box filled with bubble wrap.
On this page you'll find 14 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nestles, such as: crouches, flinches, lodges, nuzzles, parks, perches, recoils.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.