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takeoff Antonyms

Opposite of takeoff

Because the opposite of takeoff shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
JUMP TO:

• noun (Context 1)

The act or moment of leaving the ground and beginning to fly, especially of an aircraft, spacecraft, or bird.

Usage Example

"Passengers are required to keep their seatbelts fastened during landing."

Strongest
landing
touchdown
Strong
arrival

• noun (Context 2)

A rapid, sudden rise in success, popularity, or economic activity.

Usage Example

"The new software experienced an immediate slump in sales after the positive review."

Strongest
slump
Strong
decline
collapse
downturn

• noun (Context 3)

An informal satirical imitation, parody, or caricature of a person, work, or style.

Usage Example

"The comedy sketch was a clever tribute on classic detective movies."

Strong
tribute
homage

• noun (Context 4)

The act of springing from the ground in jumping or vaulting, or the specific spot from which a jumper leaves the ground.

Usage Example

"The gymnast mistimed her landing on the vault, costing her valuable points."

Strongest
landing

Similar words to takeoff

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

spoof
liftoff
parody
send-up
lampoon
boom
launch
caricature
See all synonyms of takeoff

• Nearby Words

takeable
takeaway
takedown
takeoff
takeout
takeover
taker

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