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caress

The word “caress” has 2 syllables: ca-ress

It's pronounced as /kəˈrɛs/

What is synonym and antonym for caress?

In the thesaurus, “caress” has 31 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for caress along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for caress

Meanings of caress

  • noun
    1. An act of endearment; any act or expression of affection; an embracing, or touching, with tenderness.
    2. A gentle stroking or rubbing.
  • verb
    1. To touch or kiss lovingly; to fondle.
    2. To affect as if with a caress.

Example Sentences

  • He gave her hair a gentle caress before leaving.
  • The soft caress of the breeze felt calming on her skin.
  • With a tender caress, she comforted the crying child.
  • The painting seemed to caress the viewer’s imagination.
  • His hand moved with a slow, deliberate caress.

On this page you'll find 31 synonyms or another words to caress, such as: baby, bill, bounce, canoodle, coddle, cradle, cuddle.

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

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