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uke Antonyms
Opposite of uke
Pinning down the opposite of uke requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear noun definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• noun (Context 1)
In Japanese martial arts such as judo and aikido, the practitioner who receives a throw, hold, or technique during training.
Usage Example
"During the demonstration, the tori executed a clean breakfall after being thrown by the instructor."
Strongest
tori
Similar words to uke
Words similar to uke shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
ukulele
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Uke. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/uke