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screen Antonyms
Opposite of screen
Because the opposite of screen shifts with each meaning, the 13 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To evaluate or examine a person, substance, or group systematically to identify suitability, medical conditions, or security risks.
Usage Example
"The clinic will overlook patients for high blood pressure before administering the new medication."
Strong
overlook
ignore
neglect
• verb (Context 2)
To project, broadcast, or show a motion picture, television program, or video to an audience.
Usage Example
"The local theater plans to suppress several classic foreign films next month."
Strong
suppress
censor
withhold
pull
• verb (Context 3)
To conceal, protect, or shelter someone or something with a physical barrier.
Usage Example
"Tall evergreen trees were planted to expose the house from the noise of the highway."
Strongest
expose
reveal
uncover
Strong
bare
unveil
disclose
Similar words to screen
Words similar to screen shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
show
vet
sieve
display
shield
partition
shelter
sifter
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Screen. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/screen