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unclasp Synonyms

Another word for unclasp

Choosing another word for unclasp depends on context, so the 12 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To unfasten or open the clasp or buckle of an object, or to become unfastened.

Usage Example

"She reached behind her neck to unfasten the gold necklace before going to bed."

Strongest
unfasten
Strong
unbuckle
unhook
unlatch
undo
open

• verb (Context 2)

To release from a tight grip, embrace, or intertwined hold (especially of hands, fingers, or arms).

Usage Example

"After a moment of silence, he gently unclasped his hands and placed them flat on the table."

Strongest
release
Strong
unclench
loosen
let go
disentangle
Weak
part

Opposites of unclasp

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

clasp
fasten
grasp
buckle
clutch
clench
grip
latch
See all opposites of unclasp

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