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quicksand

The word “quicksand” has 2 syllables: quick-sand.

It's pronounced as /ˈkwɪkˌsænd/.

What is synonym and antonym for quicksand?

In the thesaurus, “quicksand” has 24 synonyms and 3 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for quicksand

  • ambush
  • bait
  • booby trap
  • danger
  • device
  • difficulty
  • drawback
  • entanglement
  • labyrinth
  • maze
  • morass
  • net
  • noose
  • peril
  • pitfall
  • ploy
  • quagmire
  • risk
  • ruse
  • snag
  • snare
  • tangle
  • trap
  • web

Antonyms for quicksand

Meanings of quicksand

  • noun
    1. Wet sand that things readily sink in, often found near rivers or coasts.
    2. Anything that pulls one down or buries one metaphorically.

Example Sentences

  • The hiker found himself trapped in quicksand while exploring the marshy area.
  • It's important to be cautious when walking near areas where quicksand might be present.
  • The old tales warned travelers about the dangers of quicksand lurking in the desert.
  • The rescue team had to carefully extract the stranded camper from the quicksand.
  • The sign warned hikers of the risk of sinking in the quicksand if they ventured off the trail.

On this page you'll find 27 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to quicksand, such as: advantage, ambush, bait, booby trap, danger, device, difficulty.

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