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lever

The word “lever” has 2 syllables: lev-er

It's pronounced as /ˈlɛv.ɚ/

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In the thesaurus, “lever” has 28 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for lever

Antonyms for lever

Meanings of lever

  • noun
    1. (except in generalized senses below) A crowbar.
    2. A rigid piece which is capable of turning about one point, or axis (the fulcrum), and in which are two or more other points where forces are applied; — used for transmitting and modifying force and motion.
    3. A small such piece to trigger or control a mechanical device (like a button).
    4. A bar, as a capstan bar, applied to a rotatory piece to turn it.
    5. An arm on a rock shaft, to give motion to the shaft or to obtain motion from it.
    6. A levee.
  • verb
    1. To move with a lever.
    2. To use, operate or move (something) like a lever (physically).
    3. To use (something) like a lever (in an abstract sense).
    4. To increase the share of debt in the capitalization of a business.
  • adverb
    1. Rather.

Example Sentences

  • He used a lever to lift the heavy box off the ground.
  • The machine operates by pulling a lever to start the process.
  • Politicians often use public opinion as a lever to influence policy.
  • She pushed the lever down, and the gate slowly opened.
  • Understanding how a lever works is a fundamental principle in physics.

On this page you'll find 30 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lever, such as: actuator, break, break up, button, connect, control, controller.

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