can Synonyms
Another word for can
• verb (Context 1)
To be permitted or authorized to do something (used as a modal auxiliary verb).
"You may leave the classroom once you have completed and submitted your examination."
• noun (Context 2)
A closed metal container used for preserving and storing food or drink.
"She opened a tin of beans to add to the chili simmering on the stove."
• noun (Context 3)
A cylindrical receptacle for holding trash or waste.
"Please take the garbage out and make sure the lid on the bin is secure."
• noun (Context 4)
A slang term for a toilet or restroom.
"Excuse me for a moment, I need to use the toilet before we leave for the airport."
• verb (Context 5)
To preserve food or drink by sealing it in an airtight metal or glass container.
"Every summer, my grandmother harvests tomatoes from her garden to preserve them for the winter months."
Opposites of can
Looking for antonyms? The opposite of can varies depending on the context. Here are a few common opposites: