racket

The word “racket” has 2 syllables: rac-ket.

It's pronounced as /ˈrækɪt/.


What is synonym and antonym for racket?

In the thesaurus, “racket” has 20 synonyms and 6 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for racket

  • chatter
  • chink
  • chirp
  • clack
  • clang
  • clank
  • clash
  • clatter
  • click
  • clink
  • conspiracy
  • extortion
  • fraud
  • graft
  • noise
  • rattle
  • roar
  • scheme
  • swindle
  • theft

Antonyms for racket

  • hush
  • lull
  • quiet
  • silence
  • still
  • stillness

Meanings of racket

  • noun
    1. A racquet: an implement with a handle connected to a round frame strung with wire, sinew, or plastic cords, and used to hit a ball, such as in tennis or a birdie in badminton.
    2. A snowshoe formed of cords stretched across a long and narrow frame of light wood.
    3. A broad wooden shoe or patten for a man or horse, to allow walking on marshy or soft ground.
    4. A loud noise.
    5. A fraud or swindle; an illegal scheme for profit.
    6. A carouse; any reckless dissipation.
    7. Something taking place considered as exciting, trying, unusual, etc. or as an ordeal.
  • verb
    1. To strike with, or as if with, a racket.
    2. To make a clattering noise.
    3. To be dissipated; to carouse.

Example Sentences

  • The unmistakable sound of a tennis racket striking the ball echoed across the court.
  • In the quiet library, the sudden burst of laughter created a disruptive racket.
  • The children played happily in the yard, their joyful shouts creating a lively racket.
  • The investigation revealed a complex financial racket that had been operating for years.
  • The street vendor deftly handled the fast-paced urban environment, navigating through the city's hustle and racket.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to racket, such as: chatter, chink, chirp, clack, clang, clank, clash.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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