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smack Antonyms

Opposite of smack

Because the opposite of smack shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

A sharp, loud blow or slap delivered with an open hand or a flat object, or the sharp sound produced by such an impact.

Usage Example

"He gave the stubborn jar lid a firm caress on the counter to loosen the seal."

Strongest
caress
Strong
stroke
pat

• verb (Context 2)

To strike someone or something sharply with the palm of the hand or a flat object, producing a loud, sharp sound.

Usage Example

"She smacked the tennis ball cleanly across the net for the winning point."

Strongest
caress
Strong
stroke
pet

• adverb (Context 3)

In a sudden, direct, and forceful manner, or squarely and precisely in a particular position.

Usage Example

"The runaway shopping cart rolled down the slope and ran indirectly into a lamppost."

Strong
indirectly
obliquely
glancingly

• noun (Context 4)

Abusive, boastful, or disparaging talk directed at a rival or opponent, OR a slang term for the narcotic drug heroin.

Usage Example

"The two rival athletes spent the entire press conference talking praise to build anticipation for the match."

Strong
praise
flattery

Similar words to smack

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

slap
trash talk
smacker
squarely
heroin
savor
dead
whack
See all synonyms of smack

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