unbuttoning
The word “unbuttoning” has 4 syllables: un-but-ton-ing
It's pronounced as /ʌnˈbʌtənɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for unbuttoning?
In the thesaurus, “unbuttoning” has 7 synonyms and 4 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for unbuttoning along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for unbuttoning
- unclasping
- unclenching
- unfastening
- unfolding
- unfurling
- unlatching
- unzipping
Antonyms for unbuttoning
- clasping
- closing
- locking
- shutting
Meanings of unbuttoning
- verb
- To open (something) by undoing its buttons.
- To come open by having its buttons unfastened.
- noun
- An act of unfastening buttons.
Example Sentences
- She was nervous, her fingers fidgeting with her blouse, unbuttoning and buttoning it repeatedly.
- The surgeon skillfully performed the procedure while unbuttoning the patient's shirt to access the chest.
- He paused, unbuttoning his coat slowly as he entered the warm and inviting café.
- The child struggled with unbuttoning his jeans, not yet mastering the coordination needed for such tasks.
- During the interview, she felt the tension ease as she started unbuttoning her blazer, making herself more comfortable.
On this page you'll find 11 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to unbuttoning, such as: clasping, closing, locking, shutting, unclasping, unclenching, unfastening.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
unclenching
- unbuttoning
- unclasping
- unfastening
- unfolding
- unfurling
- unlatching
- unlocking
- unzipping