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opens

The word “opens” has 2 syllables: o-pens

It's pronounced as /ˈoʊ.pənz/

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In the thesaurus, “opens” has 62 synonyms and 49 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for opens

Antonyms for opens

Meanings of opens

  • verb
    1. To make something accessible or allow for passage by moving from a shut position.
    2. To make (an open space, etc.) by clearing away an obstacle or obstacles, in order to allow for passage, access, or visibility.
    3. To bring up, broach.
    4. To enter upon, begin.
    5. To spread; to expand into an open or loose position.
    6. To make accessible to customers or clients.
    7. To start (a campaign).
    8. To become open.
    9. To begin conducting business.
    10. To begin a side's innings as one of the first two batsmen.
    11. To bet before any other player has in a particular betting round in a game of poker.
    12. To reveal one's hand.
    13. (of a file, document, etc.) To load into memory for viewing or editing.
    14. To disclose; to reveal; to interpret; to explain.
  • noun
    1. (with the) Open or unobstructed space; an exposed location.
    2. (with the) Public knowledge or scrutiny; full view.
    3. A defect in an electrical circuit preventing current from flowing.
    4. A sports event in which anybody can compete.

Example Sentences

  • She opens the shop every morning at 8 a.m.
  • The flower opens its petals with the first light of day.
  • He opens the door slowly, trying not to make a sound.
  • The movie opens with a dramatic chase scene.
  • When she opens the letter, her face lights up with joy.

On this page you'll find 111 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to opens, such as: abandons, abolishes, adopts, barricades, bars, begins, blockades.

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kicks off

unbars

unblocks

unbolts

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