tackles
The word “tackles” has 2 syllables: tack-les.
It's pronounced as /ˈtækəlz/.
What is synonym and antonym for tackles?
In the thesaurus, “tackles” has 15 synonyms and 8 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for tackles along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for tackles
- addresses
- approaches
- attacks
- begin
- confront
- deal with
- engage in
- halt
- has at
- stop
- take on
- try
- undertake
- undertakes
- work on
Antonyms for tackles
- abstain
- avoids
- complete
- conclude
- end
- evades
- finish
- shuns
Meanings of tackles
- noun
- A device for grasping an object and an attached means of moving it, as a rope and hook.
- A block and tackle.
- Equipment (rod, reel, line, lure, etc.) used when angling.
- (by extension) equipment, gear, gadgetry.
- A play where a player attempts to take control over the ball from an opponent, as in rugby or football.
- A play where a defender brings the ball carrier to the ground.
- Any instance in which one person intercepts another and forces them to the ground.
- An offensive line position between a guard and an end: offensive tackle; a person playing that position.
- A defensive position between two defensive ends: defensive tackle; a person playing that position.
- A man's genitalia.
- verb
- To force a person to the ground with the weight of one's own body, usually by jumping on top or slamming one's weight into him or her.
- To face or deal with, attempting to overcome or fight down.
- To attempt to take away a ball.
- To bring a ball carrier to the ground.
- To "hit on" or pursue a person that one is interested in.
Example Sentences
- The defensive player confidently tackles the opposing team members.
- The coach emphasized the importance of proper technique when executing tackles on the field.
- As the game intensified, the linebacker made crucial tackles to stop the advancing offense.
- During practice, the players focused on refining their tackles to improve overall team performance.
- In the final minutes of the match, the determined player made a series of effective tackles to secure the victory.
On this page you'll find 23 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to tackles, such as: abstain, addresses, approaches, attacks, avoids, begin, complete.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
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