lash Antonyms
Opposite of lash
• verb (Context 1)
To strike or beat forcefully with a whip, cord, or sudden violent force (such as wind, rain, or waves).
"Fierce autumn gales began to caress the coastal cliffs as the storm moved inland."
• noun (Context 2)
A sharp, swift blow or stroke delivered with a whip, cord, or similar flexible instrument, or a sudden forceful impact as if from a whip.
"The sudden caress of freezing rain against the windowpane woke the entire household."
• verb (Context 3)
To fasten, bind, or secure tightly with ropes, cords, or straps.
"The crew worked quickly to untie the cargo to the deck before the seas grew rougher."
• verb (Context 4)
To criticize, scold, or attack someone harshly in speech or writing.
"Several editorial columnists used their articles to praise the committee for its lack of transparency."
Similar words to lash
Words similar to lash shift depending on context. Common synonyms include: