salvoes
The word “salvoes” has 2 syllables: sal-voes
It's pronounced as /ˈsæl.voʊz/
What is synonym and antonym for salvoes?
In the thesaurus, “salvoes” has 3 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for salvoes along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for salvoes
- barrages
- flurries
- volleys
Antonyms for salvoes
- drips
- trickles
Meanings of salvoes
- noun
- An exception; a reservation; an excuse.
- A concentrated fire from pieces of artillery, as in endeavoring to make a break in a fortification; a volley.
- A salute paid by a simultaneous, or nearly simultaneous, firing of a number of cannon.
- (by extension) Any volley, as in an argument or debate.
- The combined cheers of a crowd.
Example Sentences
- The naval fleet unleashed a series of thunderous salvoes against the enemy ships.
- Diplomatic tensions escalated as both sides exchanged verbal salvoes.
- The protesters responded with defiant salvoes of chants and slogans.
- In the midst of the battle, the artillery fired continuous salvoes to support the advancing troops.
- The political debate was marked by intense salvoes of accusations and rebuttals.
On this page you'll find 5 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to salvoes, such as: barrages, drips, flurries, trickles, volleys.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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