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purse Antonyms

Opposite of purse

Pinning down the opposite of purse requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear verb definition and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To draw or contract into wrinkles or folds (specifically referring to the lips), often to express disapproval, doubt, or deep concentration.

Usage Example

"The professor pursed his lips in thought before finally answering the complex question."

Strongest
relax
Strong
part
smooth
unbend

Similar words to purse

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

handbag
coin purse
change purse
prize money
pocketbook
pucker
jackpot
pot
See all synonyms of purse

• Nearby Words

purposely
purposive
purr
purse
pursuable
pursuance
pursuant

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Purse. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 11, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/purse
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