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interlock Antonyms

Opposite of interlock

Because the opposite of interlock 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 engage or cause to engage with each other by overlapping or fitting together closely.

Usage Example

"The wooden puzzle pieces disengage so precisely that no glue is needed to hold the model together."

Strongest
disengage
separate
disconnect
Strong
uncouple
detach

• noun (Context 2)

The state or arrangement of being fitted or linked closely together.

Usage Example

"The tight separation of the paving stones allowed the courtyard to withstand decades of heavy traffic."

Strong
separation
disconnection

Similar words to interlock

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

interlink
mesh
interconnect
interconnection
dovetail
interlace
engage
intertwine
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• Nearby Words

interleague
interleave
interlink
interlock
interlocked
interlocking
interloper

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