recline

The word “recline” has 2 syllables: re-cline

It's pronounced as /rɪˈklaɪn/


What is synonym and antonym for recline?

In the thesaurus, “recline” has 34 synonyms and 26 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for recline

  • angle
  • bed
  • bunk
  • cant
  • cock
  • couch
  • crash
  • decline
  • descend
  • dip
  • doze
  • drop
  • drop off
  • fall
  • heel
  • incline
  • lean
  • list
  • nap
  • nod
  • perch
  • plunge
  • retire
  • roost
  • settle
  • sink
  • slant
  • sleep
  • slope
  • slumber
  • snooze
  • tilt
  • tip
  • turn in

Antonyms for recline

Meanings of recline

  • noun
    1. A mechanism for lowering the back of a seat to support a less upright position; Also, the action of lowering the back using such a mechanism.
  • verb
    1. To cause to lean back; to bend back.
    2. To put in a resting position.
    3. To lean back.
    4. To put oneself in a resting position.

Example Sentences

  • She likes to recline on the sofa while reading a book.
  • The airplane seats can recline for extra comfort during long flights.
  • He chose to recline in the garden chair and enjoy the sunshine.
  • During the massage, the client was asked to recline fully.
  • The dentist instructed her to recline in the chair before starting the procedure.

On this page you'll find 60 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to recline, such as: angle, arise, arouse, ascend, awake, awaken, bed.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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kick back

unbend

  • accommodate
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  • vouchsafe
  • warm up
  • wind down
  • yield

hang loose


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