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hurling Antonyms

Opposite of hurling

Because the opposite of hurling shifts with each meaning, the antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To throw or impel something with great force or vigor (present participle of 'hurl').

Usage Example

"Waves were catching spray high over the harbor seawall during the winter gale."

Strong
catching
holding

• noun (Context 2)

The act of throwing, flinging, or propelling something with great physical force.

Usage Example

"The catching of heavy stones during the ancient Highland games required immense upper-body strength."

Strong
catching
receiving

Similar words to hurling

Words similar to hurling shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

flinging
throwing
heaving
pitching
casting
shouting
yelling
lobbing
See all synonyms of hurling

• Nearby Words

hurdle
hurl
hurler
hurling
hurrah
hurricane
hurriedly

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Hurling. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/hurling
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