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lightning rods

The phrase “lightning rods” has 3 syllables: light-ning rods

It's pronounced as /ˈlaɪt.nɪŋ ˌrɑdz/

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In the thesaurus, “lightning rods” has 13 synonyms and 29 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for lightning rods

Antonyms for lightning rods

Meanings of lightning rods

  • noun
    1. A metallic conductor that is attached to a high point of a building and leads to the ground to protect the building from damage by lightning.
    2. A person or thing that is a target for negative reactions and distracts criticism from another target.

Example Sentences

  • Many tall buildings use lightning rods for protection during storms.
  • The maintenance team inspected the lightning rods on the roof.
  • Historic structures were updated with modern lightning rods.
  • The engineers discussed the placement of lightning rods on the tower.
  • Several old barns were fitted with lightning rods to reduce storm damage.

On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to lightning rods, such as: baiters, butts, caricaturists, defamers, deriders, fall guys, goats.

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