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poke Antonyms

Opposite of poke

Because the opposite of poke 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 protrude, extend, or stick out from a surface or confining space.

Usage Example

"The first green shoots of the crocuses began to recede through the melting snow."

Strong
recede
retract
withdraw

• verb (Context 2)

To make a hole or perforation in something by jabbing or thrusting.

Usage Example

"Be sure to plug a few small holes in the lid of the container so steam can escape."

Strong
plug
seal

Similar words to poke

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

pokeweed
poke sallet
prod
stick out
sack
poke salad
jab
pokeberry
See all synonyms of poke

• Nearby Words

poisoning
poisonous
poisonously
poke
pokerfaced
pokey
poky

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Poke. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 6, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/poke
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