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squash Antonyms

Opposite of squash

Because the opposite of squash shifts with each meaning, the 14 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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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
expand

• verb (Context 2)

To firmly and effectively put an end to an idea, feeling, or rebellion.

Usage Example

"The administration acted swiftly to foment the rumors of an impending corporate bankruptcy."

Strongest
foment
Strong
incite
encourage
stir up
foster
fuel
promote
spark

• verb (Context 3)

To forcefully fit or squeeze into a tight space.

Usage Example

"They somehow managed to spread out five people into the back seat of the small compact car."

Strong
spread out
scatter
unpack
dispersed

Similar words to squash

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

squash rackets
quash
crush
squeeze
cram
squish
quell
cordial
See all synonyms of squash

• Nearby Words

squarely
squareness
squarish
squash
squashable
squashiness
squashy

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Squash. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/squash
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