hairsbreadth

The word “hairsbreadth” has 2 syllables: hairs-breadth

It's pronounced as /ˈhɛrzˌbrɛdθ/


What is synonym and antonym for hairsbreadth?

In the thesaurus, “hairsbreadth” has 35 synonyms and 7 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for hairsbreadth

Antonyms for hairsbreadth

  • country mile
  • infinity
  • information
  • light-year
  • long haul
  • lot
  • mile

Meanings of hairsbreadth

  • noun
    1. A very short distance or a very small amount (as is the width of a hair).

Example Sentences

  • The car narrowly avoided the collision by a mere hairsbreadth.
  • The detective's deduction skills allowed him to solve the case by a hairsbreadth.
  • His accuracy with the bow was impeccable, shooting the target's bullseye with a hairsbreadth precision.
  • The negotiation between the two parties came close to failing, but they managed to reach an agreement by a hairsbreadth.
  • She missed the train by a hairsbreadth, arriving at the station just as it pulled away from the platform.

On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to hairsbreadth, such as: ace, bit, breadth, close, country mile, crowded, crumb.

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

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