sandbag

The word “sandbag” has 2 syllables: sand-bag

It's pronounced as /ˈsændˌbæɡ/

What is synonym and antonym for sandbag?

In the thesaurus, “sandbag” has 73 synonyms and 35 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for sandbag

noun
1. A sturdy sack filled with sand, generally used in large numbers to make defensive walls against flooding, bullets, or shrapnel.
2. A small bag filled with sand and used as a cudgel.
3. An engraver's leather cushion, etc.
4. A deceptive play whereby a player with a strong hand bets weakly or passively.
verb
1. To construct a barrier of sandbags around.
2. To strike someone with a sandbag or other object to disable or render unconscious.
3. To conceal or misrepresent one's true position, potential, or intent in order to gain an advantage.

The river's rising waters prompted residents to hastily sandbag their homes against flooding.
During the storm, the crew rushed to sandbag the ship's vulnerable areas to prevent water from seeping in.
Despite his injury, the athlete refused to sandbag his performance, giving it his all in the final race.
The negotiator attempted to sandbag the opposing party by withholding crucial information until the last moment.
The government's decision to sandbag the economy with protective measures helped mitigate the impact of the recession.

On this page you'll find 108 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to sandbag, such as: advance, aid, allow, assist, be honest, bilk, block.

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