papers over

The phrase “papers over” has 4 syllables: pa-pers o-ver

It's pronounced as /ˈpeɪ.pərz ˈoʊ.vər/


What is synonym and antonym for papers over?

In the thesaurus, “papers over” has 15 synonyms and 15 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for papers over

  • blots out
  • conceals
  • covers
  • curtains
  • explains
  • forgives
  • hides
  • ignores
  • justifies
  • masks
  • obscures
  • overlooks
  • passes over
  • shrugs off
  • suppresses

Antonyms for papers over

  • bares
  • brings out
  • discloses
  • displays
  • divulges
  • exposes
  • marks
  • minds
  • notes
  • presents
  • reveals
  • shows
  • uncovers
  • unmasks
  • unveils

Example Sentences

  • He tends to papers over the flaws in his work instead of addressing them directly.
  • The manager tried to papers over the team's dissatisfaction with a few perks and bonuses.
  • While the new policy looks good on the surface, it papers over deeper issues within the organization.
  • Her charming smile often helps to papers over any awkwardness in social situations.
  • The government’s quick fixes only papers over the long-standing problems in the healthcare system.

On this page you'll find 30 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to papers over, such as: bares, blots out, brings out, conceals, covers, curtains, discloses.

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