handgrip

The word “handgrip” has 2 syllables: hand-grip

It's pronounced as /ˈhændɡrɪp/


What is synonym and antonym for handgrip?

In the thesaurus, “handgrip” has 69 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for handgrip

  • anchor
  • anchorage
  • arm
  • bail
  • bar
  • bow
  • brace
  • broomstick
  • catch
  • cinch
  • cincture
  • clamp
  • clamping
  • clasp
  • clench
  • clinch
  • clutch
  • coercion
  • constraint
  • crank
  • crop
  • crushing
  • duress
  • ear
  • embrace
  • enclosing
  • enclosure
  • fastening
  • fixing
  • foothold
  • footing
  • grab
  • grapnel
  • grapple
  • grasp
  • grip
  • gripe
  • haft
  • handclasp
  • handhold
  • handle
  • handlebar
  • handshake
  • helve
  • hilt
  • hold
  • holder
  • hook
  • hug
  • knob
  • leverage
  • ligature
  • loop
  • lug
  • purchase
  • restraint
  • seizure
  • shaft
  • snatch
  • squeeze
  • stem
  • stock
  • strength
  • tenure
  • tiller
  • toehold
  • vise
  • whipstock
  • wrench

Antonyms for handgrip

  • release
  • relinquishment

Meanings of handgrip

  • noun
    1. A handle.
    2. A covering (often rubber or foam) on a handle, designed to allow the user a more comfortable or more secure hold on the handle.
    3. A handshake; a way of gripping hands with another person.
    4. The ability of a person (or other animal with hands) to grip something with a hand.

Example Sentences

  • The cyclist adjusted the handgrip on his bike to ensure a comfortable ride.
  • For better control during the workout, she wrapped tape around the handgrip of the weights.
  • The new smartphone case features a textured handgrip for a more secure hold.
  • He noticed the handgrip on his tennis racket was worn out and needed replacement.
  • The ergonomic design of the handgrip made the tool easier to use for extended periods.

On this page you'll find 71 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to handgrip, such as: anchor, anchorage, arm, bail, bar, bow, brace.

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

Related Words

haft

bail

handhold

  • anchor
  • anchorage
  • brace
  • catch
  • cinch
  • cincture
  • clamp
  • clamping
  • clasp
  • clench
  • clinch
  • clutch
  • coercion
  • constraint
  • crushing
  • duress
  • embrace
  • enclosing
  • enclosure
  • fastening
  • fixing
  • foothold
  • footing
  • grab
  • grapnel
  • grapple
  • grasp
  • grip
  • gripe
  • handclasp
  • handgrip
  • handshake
  • hold
  • hook
  • hug
  • leverage
  • ligature
  • lug
  • purchase
  • restraint
  • seizure
  • snatch
  • squeeze
  • strength
  • tenure
  • toehold
  • vise
  • wrench

handle

handlebar


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