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bare-knuckle

The word “bare-knuckle” has 3 syllables: bare-knuck-le

It's pronounced as /ˈbɛr ˌnʌk.əl/

What is synonym and antonym for bare-knuckle?

In the thesaurus, “bare-knuckle” has 55 synonyms and 30 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for bare-knuckle along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for bare-knuckle

Antonyms for bare-knuckle

Meanings of bare-knuckle

  • verb
    1. To box without boxing gloves.
    2. To attack or overpower ruthlessly.
  • adjective
    1. Without boxing gloves.
    2. (by extension) Characterized by ruthlessly attacking or overpowering an opponent, especially when using underhanded techniques.

Example Sentences

  • The two fighters engaged in a brutal bare-knuckle brawl that lasted for hours.
  • His bare-knuckle approach to negotiations often left his opponents speechless.
  • The movie depicted the gritty world of bare-knuckle boxing during the 19th century.
  • She fought a bare-knuckle battle to secure her position in the company.
  • The documentary explored the history and dangers of bare-knuckle fighting.

On this page you'll find 85 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to bare-knuckle, such as: amiable, amicable, argumentative, assaultive, barbaric, bellicose, belligerent.

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