heckle

The word “heckle” has 2 syllables: heck-le

It's pronounced as /ˈhɛkəl/

What is synonym and antonym for heckle?

In the thesaurus, “heckle” has 77 synonyms and 14 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for heckle

noun
1. An instrument with steel pins used to comb out flax or hemp.
2. (usually now in the plural) One of the long, narrow feathers on the neck of birds, most noticeable on the rooster.
3. A feather used to make a fishing lure or a fishing lure incorporating a feather.
4. (usually now in the plural) By extension (because the hackles of a rooster are lifted when it is angry), the hair on the nape of the neck in dogs and other animals; also used figuratively for humans.
5. A plate with rows of pointed needles used to blend or straighten hair.
6. A feather plume on some soldier's uniforms, especially the hat or helmet.
7. Any flimsy substance unspun, such as raw silk.
8. The long shining feathers on a cock's neck.
9. A feather ornament in the full-dress bonnets of Highland regiments.
verb
1. To question harshly in an attempt to find or reveal weaknesses.
2. To insult, tease, make fun of or badger.
3. To prepare flax for spinning using special combs called hackles.

The audience began to heckle the comedian during the awkward pause.
Fans tried to heckle the opposing pitcher from the stands.
It is rude to heckle a speaker while they are giving a presentation.
A few students attempted to heckle the guest lecturer with sarcastic comments.
Protesters gathered outside the building to heckle the politician.

On this page you'll find 91 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to heckle, such as: aggravate, aggrieve, agitate, aid, annoy, arrange, badger.

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