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boot Synonyms
Another word for boot
Choosing another word for boot depends on context, so the 19 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 5 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• noun (Context 1)
The enclosed space at the back of a car used for carrying luggage.
Usage Example
"He loaded the groceries into the trunk of the car before driving home."
Strongest
trunk
• verb (Context 2)
To start a computer system by loading its operating system.
Usage Example
"It takes several minutes for the old server to boot up completely."
Strongest
boot up
start up
Strong
reboot
initialize
• verb (Context 3)
To kick something hard or forcefully.
Usage Example
"Frustrated with the rusty mechanism, he booted the old generator."
Strongest
kick
Strong
punt
drop-kick
Weak
wallop
• noun (Context 4)
A heavy, forceful kick.
Usage Example
"The defender gave the ball a massive kick down the field to clear it from the penalty area."
Strongest
kick
Strong
punt
• verb (Context 5)
To force someone to leave a place, group, or position abruptly.
Usage Example
"The manager decided to kick out him from the project team after repeated disciplinary issues."
Strongest
kick out
throw out
oust
expel
eject
Strong
dismiss
sack
fire
turf out
axe
Opposites of boot
The opposite of boot shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
shut down
power down
accept
admit
turn off
welcome
hire
take in
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Boot. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 10, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/boot