occlude
The word “occlude” has 2 syllables: oc-clude
It's pronounced as /əˈklud/
What is synonym and antonym for occlude?
In the thesaurus, “occlude” has 36 synonyms and 23 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for occlude along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for occlude
- block
- bung
- choke
- clog
- close
- close out
- clot
- congest
- cork
- curb
- dam
- fill
- flood
- fur
- glut
- gridlock
- hinder
- impede
- inundate
- jam
- leave out
- lock out
- obstruct
- overwhelm
- pack
- plug
- seal
- shut
- silt
- spile
- stop up
- stopper
- stopple
- stuff
- swamp
- throttle
Antonyms for occlude
- advance
- aid
- allow
- assist
- clear
- empty
- encourage
- excavate
- facilitate
- forward
- free
- help
- lighten
- open
- permit
- promote
- release
- support
- unblock
- unclog
- unplug
- unseal
- unstop
Meanings of occlude
- verb
- To obstruct, cover, or otherwise block (an opening, a portion of an image, etc.).
- To absorb, as a gas by a metal.
Example Sentences
- The construction of the new building will not occlude the view of the surrounding mountains.
- Blood clots can occlude blood vessels, disrupting normal blood flow.
- Plaque buildup can occlude the arteries, leading to serious cardiovascular issues.
- Layers of sediment can occlude fossils, preserving them for millions of years.
- In some cases of dental misalignment, the upper and lower teeth may not properly occlude, leading to difficulty chewing and speaking.
On this page you'll find 59 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to occlude, such as: advance, aid, allow, assist, block, bung, choke.
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Related Words
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