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undo Synonyms

Another word for undo

Choosing another word for undo depends on context, so the 21 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 3 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
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• verb (Context 1)

To unfasten, untie, or loosen something that is tied, buttoned, or wrapped.

Usage Example

"It took several minutes to unfasten the tight knot in the wet rope."

Strongest
unfasten
untie
Strong
unbutton
loosen
open
unwrap

• verb (Context 2)

To cancel, annul, or reverse the effects or results of a previous action.

Usage Example

"A single careless remark can reverse years of patient diplomatic negotiation."

Strongest
reverse
cancel
Strong
nullify
annul
invalidate
negate
revoke
wipe out

• verb (Context 3)

To cause the downfall, ruin, or destruction of someone or something.

Usage Example

"Ultimately, the administration was undone by its own financial mismanagement."

Strongest
ruin
Strong
destroy
bring down
wreck
undermine
subvert
overthrow

Opposites of undo

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

fasten
redo
tie
do up
bind
save
rescue
secure
See all opposites of undo

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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Undo. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 4, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/undo
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