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rail

The word “rail” has 1 syllable: rail

It's pronounced as /reɪl/

What is synonym and antonym for rail?

In the thesaurus, “rail” has 13 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for rail

Antonyms for rail

  • be happy
  • compliment
  • flatter
  • praise

Meanings of rail

  • noun
    1. A horizontal bar extending between supports and used for support or as a barrier; a railing.
    2. The metal bar that makes the track for a railroad.
    3. A railroad; a railway, as a means of transportation.
    4. A horizontal piece of wood that serves to separate sections of a door or window.
    5. One of the lengthwise edges of a surfboard.
    6. A vertical section on one side of a web page.
    7. A large line (portion or serving of a powdery illegal drug).
    8. Any of several birds in the family Rallidae.
    9. An item of clothing; a cloak or other garment; a dress.
    10. Specifically, a woman's headscarf or neckerchief.
  • verb
    1. To travel by railway.
    2. To enclose with rails or a railing.
    3. To range in a line.
    4. To criticize severely.
    5. To complain violently (against, about).
    6. (of a liquid) To gush, flow.

Example Sentences

  • The train conductor announced the next stop over the rail intercom system.
  • Workers installed a new rail along the staircase to improve safety.
  • He leaned against the rail of the bridge, watching the river flow beneath him.
  • The politician used the podium to rail against government corruption in his impassioned speech.
  • As the storm raged, waves crashed against the rail of the ship, causing it to sway precariously.

On this page you'll find 17 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to rail, such as: be happy, castigate, complain, compliment, flatter, fulminate, fume.

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

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