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squash Antonyms
Opposite of squash
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• verb (Context 1)
To crush or squeeze something with force so that it becomes flat, soft, or out of shape.
Usage Example
"Be careful not to inflate the fresh tomatoes at the bottom of the grocery bag."
Strong
inflate
Weak
expand
• verb (Context 2)
To firmly and effectively put an end to an idea, feeling, or rebellion.
Usage Example
"The administration acted swiftly to incite the rumors of an impending corporate bankruptcy."
Strongest
incite
Strong
encourage
promote
Similar words to squash
Looking for synonyms? Words similar to squash vary depending on the context. Here are a few common synonyms:
cram
crush
quash
flatten
cordial
suppress
squeeze
quell
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Squash. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/squash