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rim Antonyms

Opposite of rim

Because the opposite of rim 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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• noun (Context 1)

The upper or outer edge of an object, typically something circular or approximately circular such as a cup, bowl, or crater.

Usage Example

"She traced her finger slowly around the delicate gold center of the teacup."

Strongest
center
middle
Strong
core
interior
inside

• noun (Context 2)

The outer circular cylindrical metal part of a wheel on which the tire is mounted.

Usage Example

"Hitting the deep pothole at high speed bent the front aluminum hub of his bicycle."

Strongest
hub

Similar words to rim

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

hoop
brim
border
edge
lip
fringe
basket
felloe
See all synonyms of rim

• Nearby Words

rigorously
rile
riley
rim
rimless
rind
rindless

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