hole Synonyms
Another word for hole
• noun (Context 1)
A hollow space, opening, or gap in a solid body or surface.
"The mechanic had to patch a large opening in the tire before we could continue our road trip."
• noun (Context 2)
An underground burrow or natural shelter used by an animal.
"The rabbit quickly retreated into its burrow as the dog approached the field."
• noun (Context 3)
A difficult, awkward, or financially problematic situation.
"His poor investments over the past decade have put him in a deep financial predicament."
• verb (Context 4)
To hit a ball into a hole (especially in the sport of golf).
"She holed the final putt from twenty feet away to win the regional championship."
• verb (Context 5)
To make a hole or holes in something.
"The submerged rock holed the hull of the small sailing boat, causing it to take on water rapidly."
Opposites of hole
The opposite of hole shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: