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unhand Synonyms

Another word for unhand

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• verb (Context 1)

To release from one's physical grasp or let go of (typically a person or an object).

Usage Example

"The stage actor dramatically demanded that the guards release him at once."

Strongest
release
let go
Strong
relinquish
free
loose

Opposites of unhand

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

seize
grasp
grab
clutch
grip
hold
detain
See all opposites of unhand

• Nearby Words

unguided
ungulate
unhampered
unhand
unhandicapped
unhandled
unhandy

Cite this Entry

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