Find Antonyms

section Antonyms

Opposite of section

Because the opposite of section shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
JUMP TO:

• noun (Context 1)

A distinct part, division, or subdivision of something larger, such as an object, a physical space, a community, or an organization.

Usage Example

"The library has an extensive reference whole located on the second floor."

Strongest
whole
entirety
Strong
totality

• verb (Context 2)

To divide, cut, or arrange something into separate parts, subdivisions, or slices.

Usage Example

"The stylist sectioned her hair with clips before beginning to trim the layers."

Strongest
combine
unite
Strong
join
merge
unify

• verb (Context 3)

To commit or detain a patient compulsorily in a psychiatric hospital under a provision of mental health legislation.

Usage Example

"Under the terms of the Mental Health Act, the patient was sectioned for psychiatric assessment."

Strongest
discharge
release

Similar words to section

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

cross-section
part
c-section
divide
commit
subdivision
subdivide
division
See all synonyms of section

• Nearby Words

secretly
secretness
sectarian
section
sectional
sectionalism
sectionalist

Cite this Entry

Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Section. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/section
Built for writers, students, and competitive word game players, Wordmom combines an uncluttered English dictionary and thesaurus with fast, pattern-based word finders so you can verify definitions, synonyms, and high-scoring tile plays in one place.
Word Games & Solvers
Word FinderScrabble Word FinderWords With Friends CheatWordle SolverAnagram Solver
Dictionary & Reference
DictionarySynonymsAntonymsWords
Community
Contact UsEditorial PolicyPrivacy PolicyTerms and Conditions
© 2016–2026 Wordmom Network. All rights reserved. Made with for word lovers everywhere.
Disclaimer: SCRABBLE® is a registered trademark. All intellectual property rights in and to the game are owned in the U.S.A. and Canada by Hasbro Inc., and throughout the rest of the world by J.W. Spear & Sons Limited of Maidenhead, Berkshire, England, a subsidiary of Mattel Inc. Mattel and Spear are not affiliated with Hasbro. Words With Friends® is a registered trademark of Zynga Inc. Wordle® is a registered trademark of The New York Times Company. Other referenced game titles and tournament lexicon codes (including NASPA NWL and WESPA/HarperCollins CSW) are trademarks of their respective owners. Wordmom is an independent reference utility for educational and entertainment purposes and is not affiliated with, sponsored by, or endorsed by Hasbro, Mattel, Spear, Zynga, The New York Times Company, NASPA, WESPA, or HarperCollins Publishers. All game names are referenced strictly under nominative fair use to indicate compatibility.