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take off

The phrase “take off” has 2 syllables: take off

It's pronounced as /teɪk ɒf/

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In the thesaurus, “take off” has 185 synonyms and 56 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for take off

Antonyms for take off

Meanings of take off

  • verb
    1. To remove.
    2. To imitate, often in a satirical manner.
    3. (of an aircraft or spacecraft) To leave the ground and begin flight; to ascend into the air.
    4. To become successful, to flourish.
    5. To depart.
    6. To quantify.
    7. To absent oneself from work or other responsibility, especially with permission.
    8. To take drugs; to inject drugs.
    9. To steal (something) or rob (someone).
    10. To swallow.
  • noun
    1. The rising or ascent of an aircraft or rocket into flight.
    2. A parody or lampoon of someone or something.
    3. A quantification, especially of building materials.
    4. The removal of sheets from the press.
    5. The spot from which one takes off; specifically, the place from which a jumper rises in leaping.

Example Sentences

  • The plane is scheduled to take off at 8:00 AM.
  • Sarah forgot to take off her shoes before entering the house.
  • The movie star's career really started to take off after her breakout role.
  • Please remember to take off your hat when you enter the church.
  • The entrepreneur's new business idea is expected to take off in the next few months.

On this page you'll find 241 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to take off, such as: abandon, abate, abbreviate, abide, abridge, abscond, add.

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