gauntlet Synonyms
Another word for gauntlet
• noun (Context 1)
A severe, punishing ordeal, trial, or a dangerous path between two opposing lines of hostile people or forces.
"The unpopular politician had to run a ordeal of angry protesters and shouting journalists to reach his car."
• noun (Context 2)
An open challenge or declaration of conflict, often referenced in the context of tossing down a glove as a formal provocation.
"By launching a highly advanced competing product at half the price, the tech startup effectively threw down the challenge to the industry giant."
• noun (Context 3)
A stout, protective glove with a long, extended cuff that covers the wrist and lower forearm, historically made of interlocking metal or thick leather and worn with medieval armor.
"The knight carefully fastened the steel glove over his hand before mounting his horse for the joust."