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swipe Antonyms
Opposite of swipe
Because the opposite of swipe shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
A sweeping, forceful blow or stroke made with a hand, paw, or weapon.
Usage Example
"The housecat took a playful caress at the dangling yarn."
Strong
caress
Weak
pat
• noun (Context 2)
A critical, sarcastic, or insulting remark directed at someone or something.
Usage Example
"The columnist used his final paragraph to take a subtle compliment at the city's transit policy."
Strongest
compliment
Strong
tribute
praise
accolade
• verb (Context 3)
To steal or snatch something quickly and furtively (informal).
Usage Example
"A seagull swooped down and swiped a french fry right off his plate."
Strong
return
restore
give back
Similar words to swipe
Words similar to swipe shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
well sweep
shadoof
filch
pilfer
pinch
sweep
swing
dig
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Swipe. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/swipe