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hoist Antonyms
Opposite of hoist
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• verb (Context 1)
To raise or lift something, especially by means of mechanical advantage such as ropes and pulleys.
Usage Example
"The crew worked quickly to lower the main sail before the wind died down."
Strongest
lower
drop
Strong
plunge
• verb (Context 2)
To pull or haul up into a higher position (often applied to flags or sails).
Usage Example
"Every morning at dawn, the honor guard hoists the national flag over the embassy."
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lower
• noun (Context 3)
The physical act of lifting or raising something heavy.
Usage Example
"With a concerted drop, the movers managed to get the heavy oak desk up the stairs."
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drop
Similar words to hoist
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to hoist vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
lift
raise
winch
crane
heave
elevate
pulley
fly
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hoist. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 15, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hoist