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unclasp Antonyms

Opposite of unclasp

Because the opposite of unclasp shifts with each meaning, the 10 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To unfasten or open the clasp or buckle of an object, or to become unfastened.

Usage Example

"She reached behind her neck to clasp the gold necklace before going to bed."

Strongest
clasp
fasten
Strong
buckle
latch
hook

• verb (Context 2)

To release from a tight grip, embrace, or intertwined hold (especially of hands, fingers, or arms).

Usage Example

"After a moment of silence, he gently unclasped his hands and placed them flat on the table."

Strongest
clasp
Strong
grasp
clench
clutch
grip
embrace

Similar words to unclasp

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

unfasten
release
unbuckle
unclench
unhook
loosen
unlatch
let go
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• Nearby Words

unclaimed
unclamp
unclarified
unclasp
unclassifiable
unclassified
unclassy

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