levering
The word “levering” has 3 syllables: lev-er-ing
It's pronounced as /ˈlɛvɚɪŋ/
What is synonym and antonym for levering?
In the thesaurus, “levering” has 17 synonyms and 2 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for levering along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for levering
- breaking
- breaking up
- detaching
- disengaging
- disjoining
- dividing
- elevating
- hoisting
- jimmying
- lifting
- parting
- prizing
- prying
- pulling
- separating
- shifting
- uplifting
Antonyms for levering
- connecting
- joining
Meanings of levering
- verb
- To move with a lever.
- To use, operate or move (something) like a lever (physically).
- To use (something) like a lever (in an abstract sense).
- To increase the share of debt in the capitalization of a business.
Example Sentences
- She was levering the stuck window open with a screwdriver.
- The workers kept levering the heavy box onto the platform.
- He injured his arm while levering the door off its hinges.
- They spent the afternoon levering old floorboards out of the house.
- The sailor was levering the anchor chain into position.
On this page you'll find 19 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to levering, such as: breaking, breaking up, connecting, detaching, disengaging, disjoining, dividing.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.