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bandy Synonyms

Another word for bandy

Choosing another word for bandy depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 4 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To pass on, discuss, or circulate an idea, name, or rumor casually and repeatedly (usually used with 'about' or 'around').

Usage Example

"Several ambitious proposals were bandied about during the committee meeting, but none were formally adopted."

Strong
toss around
circulate
trot out

• verb (Context 2)

To exchange words, remarks, or arguments back and forth in a disputatious or spirited manner.

Usage Example

"She had no patience left to exchange words with the stubborn clerk."

Strong
exchange
trade
spar

• adjective (Context 3)

Having an outward curve or bend, especially of a person's legs.

Usage Example

"The old jockey walked across the paddock on slightly bandy-legged legs."

Strongest
bandy-legged
bow-legged
Strong
bowed
crooked

• verb (Context 4)

To hit, toss, or throw a ball or other object back and forth from one person to another.

Usage Example

"The players bandied the ball across the court during their warm-up."

Strong
toss
bat

Opposites of bandy

The opposite of bandy shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:

straight
knock-kneed
suppress
conceal
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Bandy. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/bandy
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