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interception Antonyms

Opposite of interception

Because the opposite of interception 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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• noun (Context 1)

In team sports such as football, soccer, or basketball, a play in which a defensive player catches or gains possession of a pass intended for an opposing player.

Usage Example

"The cornerback made a crucial completion in the final two minutes to seal the victory."

Strong
completion

• noun (Context 2)

The act or instance of stopping, seizing, or interrupting someone or something in progress before they reach their intended destination.

Usage Example

"The timely release of the leaked documents prevented a major breach of confidentiality."

Strong
release
Weak
delivery

Similar words to interception

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

seizure
capture
takeaway
turnover
steal
interruption
retention
blockade
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• Nearby Words

intercampus
intercede
intercept
interception
interceptor
intercession
intercessor

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