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protrude Antonyms

Opposite of protrude

Because the opposite of protrude 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 extend beyond or above a surface; to stick out.

Usage Example

"A jagged rock began to recede from the sandy bank as the tide receded."

Strongest
recede
retract
Strong
indent
sink

• verb (Context 2)

To thrust forward or cause something to stick out.

Usage Example

"The lizard can retract its long tongue with remarkable speed to catch insects."

Strongest
retract
withdraw
Strong
pull back

Similar words to protrude

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

stick out
jut
jut out
project
extend
bulge
thrust out
poke out
See all synonyms of protrude

• Nearby Words

protracted
protraction
protractor
protrude
protrusion
protrusiveness
protuberance

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