barricading

The word “barricading” has 4 syllables: bar-ri-cad-ing

It's pronounced as /bæɹɪˈkeɪdɪŋ/


What is synonym and antonym for barricading?

In the thesaurus, “barricading” has 10 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for barricading along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for barricading

Antonyms for barricading

Meanings of barricading

  • verb
    1. To close or block a road etc., using a barricade.
    2. To keep someone in (or out), using a blockade, especially ships in a port.

Example Sentences

  • The workers were barricading the area to keep pedestrians safe.
  • Protesters were barricading the streets to prevent the trucks from passing.
  • She spent the night barricading the doors after hearing strange noises.
  • They were barricading the windows in anticipation of the hurricane.
  • The rebels started barricading the alleyways to slow down the advancing troops.

On this page you'll find 15 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to barricading, such as: barring, blockading, bolting, diking, fencing, gating, guarding.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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