nod
The word “nod” has 1 syllable: nod
It's pronounced as /nɑd/
What is synonym and antonym for nod?
In the thesaurus, “nod” has 77 synonyms and 19 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for nod along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for nod
- acceptation
- accession
- agreement
- angling
- approbation
- approval
- assent
- backing
- bend
- benediction
- blessing
- bob
- bobble
- bow
- cachet
- cock
- concurrence
- consent
- countenance
- dip
- drop
- duck
- endorsement
- favor
- finalization
- flap
- flick
- flutter
- formalization
- goodwill
- homologation
- imprimatur
- inclination
- indorsement
- jerk
- jiggle
- jog
- jolt
- jounce
- liking
- list
- ok
- okay
- oscillate
- oscillation
- pump
- ratification
- rock
- rubber stamp
- sanction
- satisfaction
- seesaw
- shake
- snap
- support
- sway
- swing
- swish
- switch
- thumbs-up
- tilt
- tip
- turn
- twist
- twitch
- undulate
- veer
- vote
- wabble
- wag
- waggle
- wave
- waver
- whip
- whisk
- wiggle
- wobble
Antonyms for nod
- censure
- condemnation
- criticism
- denunciation
- deprecation
- depreciation
- disapprobation
- disapproval
- disfavor
- dislike
- disparagement
- dissatisfaction
- opprobrium
- refusal
- rejection
- reprehension
- reproach
- reprobation
- repudiation
Meanings of nod
- noun
- An instance of inclining the head up and down, as to indicate agreement, or as a cursory greeting.
- A reference or allusion to something.
- A nomination.
- Approval.
- verb
- To incline the head up and down, as to indicate agreement.
- To briefly incline the head downwards as a cursory greeting.
- To sway, move up and down.
- To gradually fall asleep.
- To signify by a nod.
- To make a mistake by being temporarily inattentive or tired.
- To head; to strike the ball with one's head.
- To allude to something.
- To fall asleep while under the influence of opiates.
Example Sentences
- She gave a quick nod to show she understood.
- With a simple nod, he signaled them to begin.
- The manager’s approving nod boosted everyone’s confidence.
- He offered a polite nod as he passed by.
- The speaker received a nod of agreement from the audience.
On this page you'll find 96 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to nod, such as: acceptation, accession, agreement, angling, approbation, approval, assent.
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obeisance
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- acquiescence
- adoration
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- allegiance
- amenability
- beck
- bending of the knee
- bob
- bow
- capitulation
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