yanked

The word “yanked” has 1 syllable: yanked.

It's pronounced as /jæŋkt/.


What is synonym and antonym for yanked?

In the thesaurus, “yanked” has 17 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for yanked

  • extracted
  • grabbed
  • jerk
  • jerked
  • lurched
  • plucked
  • pried
  • pulled
  • ripped
  • snap
  • snatch
  • tear
  • tore
  • tug
  • tugged
  • twitched
  • wrench

Antonyms for yanked

  • fix
  • implanted
  • inserted
  • installed
  • reattached

Meanings of yanked

  • verb
    1. To pull (something) with a quick, strong action.
    2. To remove from distribution.

Example Sentences

  • The child mischievously yanked the tablecloth, causing a cascade of dishes to crash to the floor.
  • Frustrated with the tangled cords, she angrily yanked them apart to sort them out.
  • The goalkeeper skillfully yanked the ball out of the air, preventing a goal.
  • In a fit of rage, he unexpectedly yanked the painting off the wall and stormed out of the room.
  • She firmly yanked the stubborn weed from the garden, determined to maintain its pristine appearance.

On this page you'll find 22 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yanked, such as: extracted, fix, grabbed, implanted, inserted, installed, jerk.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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  • idiot
  • imbecile
  • jolt
  • lug
  • lurched
  • pulled
  • quivered
  • shook
  • shuddered
  • snatch
  • squirmed
  • thrust
  • tossed
  • tug
  • twisted
  • twitch
  • twitched
  • vibrated
  • wiggle
  • wiggled
  • wrench
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  • wring
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