pinch Synonyms
Another word for pinch
• verb (Context 1)
To grip something tightly and sharply between a finger and thumb or between two hard surfaces.
"Be careful when closing the heavy door so you do not nip your fingers in the hinge."
• noun (Context 2)
A very small amount of a powdery or granular substance, especially an ingredient in cooking, equal to what can be held between a finger and thumb.
"The soup recipe calls for a dash of salt and freshly ground black pepper."
• noun (Context 3)
An act of gripping something tightly and sharply between a finger and thumb, or between two hard surfaces.
"She gave her brother a playful nip on the arm to get his attention."
• verb (Context 4)
To hurt or cause discomfort by being too tight or constricting (especially of shoes or clothing).
"These new leather boots squeeze my toes whenever I walk downhill."
• noun (Context 5)
A critical, stressful, or difficult situation caused by a shortage of time, money, or resources.
"Rising energy costs have caused many households to feel the financial squeeze this winter."
• verb (Context 6)
To steal or take something without permission, especially something small or of modest value (informal).
"Someone tried to swipe his bicycle from outside the library yesterday."
• verb (Context 7)
To live or manage finances very frugally, often out of necessity or stinginess.
"They had to scrimp and save for five years to afford the down payment on their house."
Opposites of pinch
The opposite of pinch shifts depending on context. Common opposites include: