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pedal Antonyms

Opposite of pedal

Because the opposite of pedal 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 operate the foot levers of a bicycle or similar machine to move forward.

Usage Example

"We had to coast vigorously to make it up the steep, winding hill."

Strongest
coast
freewheel

• verb (Context 2)

To operate or propel a machine, vehicle, or instrument by using the feet.

Usage Example

"He slowly pedaled the small paddleboat across the quiet lake."

Strong
coast

Similar words to pedal

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

foot pedal
treadle
cycle
bicycle
bike
propel
ride
pump
See all synonyms of pedal

• Nearby Words

peculiarity
peculiarly
pedagogical
pedal
pedant
pedantic
pedantically

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