to press

The phrase “to press” has 2 syllables: to press

It's pronounced as /tə prɛs/


What is synonym and antonym for to press?

In the thesaurus, “to press” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for to press

  • compress
  • flatten
  • force
  • push
  • squeeze

Antonyms for to press

Example Sentences

  • She used her finger to press the elevator button.
  • He tried to press the flowers between the pages of a book.
  • You need to press the dough gently to shape it.
  • The technician began to press the switch to start the machine.
  • He leaned forward to press his point during the debate.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to to press, such as: compress, expand, flatten, force, lift, loosen, push.

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