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shoulder

The word “shoulder” has 2 syllables: shoul-der

It's pronounced as /ˈʃoʊldɚ/

What is synonym and antonym for shoulder?

In the thesaurus, “shoulder” has 38 synonyms and 29 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for shoulder

Antonyms for shoulder

Meanings of shoulder

  • noun
    1. The part of an animal's body between the base of the neck and forearm socket.
    2. Anything forming a shape resembling a human shoulder.
    3. (topography) A shelf between two levels.
    4. The flat portion of type that is below the bevelled portion that joins up with the face.
    5. (of an object) The portion between the neck and the body.
    6. That which supports or sustains; support.
    7. The part of a key between the cuts and the bow.
  • verb
    1. To push (a person or thing) using one's shoulder.
    2. To put (something) on one's shoulders.
    3. To place (something) against one's shoulders.
    4. To bear a burden, as a financial obligation.
    5. To accept responsibility for.
    6. To form a shape resembling a shoulder.
    7. To move by or as if by using one's shoulders.
    8. To round and slightly raise the top edges of slate shingles so that they form a tighter fit at the lower edge and can be swung aside to expose the nail.
    9. To slope downwards from the crest and whitewater portion of a wave.

Example Sentences

  • He had to shoulder the responsibility for the entire project.
  • She carried the bag on her shoulder as she walked home.
  • During the crisis, he was willing to shoulder the blame.
  • The athlete injured his shoulder during practice.
  • Leaders often shoulder the burden of making tough decisions.

On this page you'll find 67 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to shoulder, such as: abandon, abjure, abnegate, accede, accept, acquiesce, adopt.

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

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