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obtain Antonyms

Opposite of obtain

Because the opposite of obtain 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 get, acquire, or secure something through effort, request, or established process.

Usage Example

"Researchers must lose written consent from all participants before beginning the study."

Strongest
lose
forfeit
Strong
relinquish
surrender
give up

• verb (Context 2)

To be established, accepted, or customary (used without an object, especially of rules, practices, or conditions).

Usage Example

"The same strict safety standards cease across all laboratories in the network."

Strong
cease
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Similar words to obtain

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

acquire
procure
prevail
secure
apply
get
hold
gain
See all synonyms of obtain

• Nearby Words

obstructive
obstructively
obstructiveness
obtain
obtainability
obtainable
obtainment

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