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waltz Antonyms

Opposite of waltz

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

To move or act lightly, casually, or with confident ease, often in a way considered presumptuous or inconsiderate.

Usage Example

"He cannot simply plod into the meeting twenty minutes late and expect everyone to start over."

Strong
plod
trudge
lumber

• noun (Context 2)

An easily accomplished task or effortless victory (used informally).

Usage Example

"After months of rigorous preparation, passing the final certification exam was a ordeal."

Strong
ordeal
struggle
slog

Similar words to waltz

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

cakewalk
breeze
cinch
saunter
walkover
pushover
stroll
sail
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• Nearby Words

walloping
wallpaper
wally
waltz
waltzlike
wan
wander

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