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foiling Synonyms

Another word for foiling

Choosing another word for foiling depends on context, so the synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To prevent (something considered wrong or undesirable) from succeeding; to frustrate the efforts or plans of.

Usage Example

"The security team succeeded in thwart the cyberattack before any customer data was compromised."

Strongest
thwart
frustrate
Strong
baffle
circumvent

• noun (Context 2)

The act or process of preventing a plan or attempt from succeeding; thwarting or frustration.

Usage Example

"The detective was commended for the timely thwarting of the bank robbery."

Strongest
thwarting
Strong
frustration
prevention

Opposites of foiling

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

abet
facilitate
facilitation
assist
furtherance
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• Nearby Words

foglight
foible
foil
foiling
foist
folate
fold

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Foiling. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/foiling
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