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getaway

The word “getaway” has 3 syllables: get-a-way

It's pronounced as /ˈɡɛtəˌweɪ/

What is synonym and antonym for getaway?

In the thesaurus, “getaway” has 32 synonyms and 37 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for getaway

Antonyms for getaway

  • captivity
  • confinement
  • custody
  • detention
  • drudge
  • endangerment
  • endeavor
  • grub
  • hazard
  • hold
  • holding
  • hump
  • hustle
  • immurement
  • imperilment
  • imprisonment
  • incarceration
  • internment
  • jeopardy
  • labor
  • moil
  • peril
  • plod
  • plow
  • plug
  • retention
  • risk
  • slave
  • slog
  • strain
  • strive
  • struggle
  • sweat
  • toil
  • travail
  • trouble
  • work

Meanings of getaway

  • noun
    1. A means of escape.
    2. The effecting of an escape.
    3. A vacation or holiday, or the destination for one.
  • adjective
    1. Pertaining to an escape, as in a vehicle or plans.

Example Sentences

  • They planned a weekend getaway to the mountains.
  • The thieves made their getaway before the police arrived.
  • A quiet cabin by the lake was the perfect getaway from city life.
  • Their romantic getaway turned into an unexpected adventure.
  • He booked a surprise getaway for their anniversary.

On this page you'll find 69 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to getaway, such as: break, breakout, bum, bunk, captivity, close call, close shave.

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

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