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wick Antonyms
Opposite of wick
Pinning down the opposite of wick requires matching its exact sense, so the antonyms and opposite words below are paired with a clear verb definition and ranked by contrast strength.
• verb (Context 1)
To absorb or draw off liquid by capillary action.
Usage Example
"Modern athletic clothing is designed to repel sweat away from the body to keep the runner cool."
Strong
repel
exude
Similar words to wick
Words similar to wick shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:
absorb
soak up
draw off
draw away
suck up
imbibe
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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Wick. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/wick