taking down

The phrase “taking down” has 3 syllables: tak-ing down.

It's pronounced as /ˈteɪkɪŋ daʊn/.


What is synonym and antonym for taking down?

In the thesaurus, “taking down” has 18 synonyms and 30 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for taking down

  • breaking down
  • detaching
  • disassembling
  • disconnecting
  • discrediting
  • dismantling
  • dismounting
  • embarrassing
  • humiliating
  • knocking down
  • logging
  • noting
  • recording
  • reporting
  • setting down
  • striking
  • transcribing
  • writing down

Antonyms for taking down

  • acclaiming
  • acknowledging
  • aggrandizing
  • applauding
  • assembling
  • boasting
  • building
  • canonizing
  • celebrating
  • cheering
  • citing
  • commending
  • complimenting
  • congratulating
  • constructing
  • decorating
  • deifying
  • elevating
  • eulogizing
  • exalting
  • extolling
  • hailing
  • highlighting
  • honoring
  • lauding
  • playing up
  • praising
  • recognizing
  • saluting
  • touting

Example Sentences

  • Taking down the old wallpaper revealed a beautiful brick wall underneath.
  • The team worked together on taking down the opponent's defenses during the game.
  • He's planning on taking down the Christmas decorations this weekend.
  • Taking down the tents after the camping trip was quicker than setting them up.
  • The police are focused on taking down the criminal organization operating in the area.

On this page you'll find 48 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to taking down, such as: acclaiming, acknowledging, aggrandizing, applauding, assembling, boasting, breaking down.

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