OpenSynonym

gird

The word “gird” has 1 syllable: gird

It's pronounced as /ɡɜrd/

What is synonym and antonym for gird?

In the thesaurus, “gird” has 123 synonyms and 19 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for gird

Antonyms for gird

Meanings of gird

  • verb
    1. To bind with a flexible rope or cord.
    2. To encircle with, or as if with a belt.
    3. To prepare oneself for an action.
    4. To jeer at.
    5. To jeer.
  • noun
    1. A sarcastic remark.
    2. A stroke with a rod or switch.
    3. A severe spasm; a twinge; a pang.

Example Sentences

  • The soldiers prepared to gird themselves for battle.
  • He had to gird his strength before attempting the difficult climb.
  • The knight paused to gird his sword at his side.
  • She tried to gird her emotions before addressing the crowd.
  • They must gird their resources to face the upcoming challenges.

On this page you'll find 142 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to gird, such as: abuse, acclaim, accolade, accouter, accoutre, adulation, affront.

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

Related Words

name

calcify

dart

jest

jive

Browse the Thesaurus