nether

The word “nether” has 2 syllables: neth-er

It's pronounced as /ˈnɛð.ɚ/


What is synonym and antonym for nether?

In the thesaurus, “nether” has 2 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for nether

  • lower
  • lowest

Antonyms for nether

  • higher
  • superior
  • upper

Meanings of nether

  • adjective
    1. Lower; under.
    2. Lying beneath, or conceived as lying beneath, the Earth’s surface.
  • adverb
    1. Down; downward.
    2. Low; low down.
  • noun
    1. Oppression; stress; a withering or stunting influence.
    2. A trouble; a fault or dislocation in a seam of coal.
  • verb
    1. To bring or thrust down; bring or make low; lower; abase; humble.
    2. To constrict; straiten; confine; restrict; suppress; lay low; keep under; press in upon; vex; harass; oppress.
    3. To pinch or stunt with cold or hunger; check in growth; shrivel; straiten.
    4. To shrink or huddle, as with cold; be shivery; tremble.
    5. To depreciate; disparage; undervalue.

Example Sentences

  • The ancient legend spoke of creatures that lived in the nether regions of the world.
  • They explored the nether caverns, where no sunlight ever reached.
  • The villain was banished to the nether realm as punishment for his crimes.
  • Smoke rose ominously from the nether depths of the volcano.
  • The novel described a journey into the nether parts of the underworld, filled with danger and mystery.

On this page you'll find 5 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nether, such as: higher, lower, lowest, superior, upper.

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