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smuggle Antonyms
Opposite of smuggle
Pinning down the opposite of smuggle requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear verb definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To import or export goods secretly, in violation of the law, especially without paying legal duty.
Usage Example
"The merchant attempted to declare rare antiquities across the border without declaring them to customs."
Strong
declare
Similar words to smuggle
Words similar to smuggle shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
sneak
traffic
bootleg
slip
spirit away
run
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Smuggle. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/smuggle