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dash

The word “dash” has 1 syllable: dash

It's pronounced as /dæʃ/

What is synonym and antonym for dash?

In the thesaurus, “dash” has 318 synonyms and 112 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for dash

Antonyms for dash

Meanings of dash

  • noun
    1. Any of the following symbols: ‒ (figure dash), – (en dash), — (em dash), or ― (horizontal bar).
    2. (by extension) The longer of the two symbols of Morse code.
    3. A short run, flight.
    4. A rushing or violent onset.
    5. Violent strike; a whack.
    6. A small quantity of a liquid substance etc.; less than 1/8 of a teaspoon.
    7. (by extension) A slight admixture.
    8. Ostentatious vigor.
    9. A dashboard.
    10. (Liberia) A bribe or gratuity; a gift.
    11. A stand-in for a censored word, like "Devil" or "damn". (Compare deuce.).
  • verb
    1. To run quickly or for a short distance.
    2. To leave or depart.
    3. To destroy by striking (against).
    4. To throw violently.
    5. (sometimes figurative) To sprinkle; to splatter.
    6. To mix, reduce, or adulterate, by throwing in something of an inferior quality.
    7. (of hopes or dreams) To ruin; to destroy.
    8. To dishearten; to sadden.
    9. To complete hastily, usually with down or off.
    10. To draw quickly; jot.
  • interjection
    1. Damn!.

Example Sentences

  • The chef added a dash of salt to enhance the flavor of the dish.
  • In a dash for the finish line, the sprinter outpaced the competition.
  • She added a dash of excitement to the party with her lively dance moves.
  • The raindrops created a lively dash of patterns on the windowpane.
  • With a quick dash, he caught the bus just before it pulled away.

On this page you'll find 430 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to dash, such as: abash, abet, accelerate, afflict, agitate, aid, ail.

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