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scotching

The word “scotching” has 2 syllables: scotch-ing

It's pronounced as /ˈskɑːtʃɪŋ/

What is synonym and antonym for scotching?

In the thesaurus, “scotching” has 109 synonyms and 43 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for scotching

Antonyms for scotching

Meanings of scotching

  • verb
    1. To cut or score; to wound superficially.
    2. To prevent (something) from being successful.
    3. To debunk or discredit an idea or rumor.
    4. To block a wheel or other round object.
    5. To dress (stone) with a pick or pointed instrument.
    6. To beat yarn in order to break up slugs and align the threads.
    7. To clothe or cover up.
    8. (Australian rhyming slang) To rape.

Example Sentences

  • The press release was aimed at scotching the rumors.
  • He focused on scotching any doubts about the project's success.
  • They are actively scotching false claims about the product.
  • The spokesperson is skilled at scotching controversy quickly.
  • By scotching the false reports early, they avoided panic.

On this page you'll find 152 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to scotching, such as: annihilating, assassinating, assembling, beating, besting, blasting, blotting out.

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