raise Cain

The phrase “raise Cain” has 2 syllables: raise Cain.

It's pronounced as /reɪz keɪn/.


What is synonym and antonym for raise Cain?

In the thesaurus, “raise Cain” has 7 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for raise Cain

  • act out
  • act up
  • carry on
  • disobey
  • misconduct
  • rebel
  • run riot

Antonyms for raise Cain

Example Sentences

  • When the neighbors' dog got into our garden, it caused them to raise Cain with us.
  • If you forget to lock the gate, the goats will surely get out and raise Cain in the yard.
  • I accidentally spilled juice on the new carpet, and my mom is going to raise Cain when she finds out.
  • The children decided to raise Cain when they heard they couldn't have dessert before dinner.
  • You better not raise Cain with the referee during the game, or you might get ejected from the match.

On this page you'll find 12 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to raise Cain, such as: act, act out, act up, bear, carry on, conduct, disobey.

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