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tread

The word “tread” has 1 syllable: tread

It's pronounced as /trɛd/

What is synonym and antonym for tread?

In the thesaurus, “tread” has 96 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for tread along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for tread

  • amble
  • ambulate
  • artifact
  • bounce
  • clue
  • clump
  • cue
  • evidence
  • falter
  • footmark
  • footprint
  • footslog
  • footstep
  • gimp
  • hike
  • hint
  • hobble
  • hoofprint
  • imprint
  • indication
  • inkling
  • intimation
  • lead
  • leavings
  • limp
  • lumber
  • lurch
  • march
  • mince
  • mosey
  • nip
  • pace
  • pad
  • parade
  • path
  • perambulate
  • peregrinate
  • plod
  • pound
  • power walk
  • prance
  • print
  • promenade
  • pug
  • pussyfoot
  • ramble
  • relic
  • remainder
  • reminder
  • remnant
  • residual
  • residue
  • rut
  • sashay
  • saunter
  • scent
  • scuff
  • shadow
  • shamble
  • shuffle
  • sign
  • spoor
  • stagger
  • stalk
  • step
  • step out
  • stomp
  • stride
  • stroll
  • strut
  • stumble
  • stump
  • suggestion
  • swagger
  • tap
  • telltale
  • tiptoe
  • toddle
  • token
  • trace
  • track
  • trail
  • traipse
  • tramp
  • trample
  • trek
  • trip
  • tromp
  • troop
  • trot
  • trudge
  • vestige
  • waddle
  • walk
  • wander
  • whiff

Meanings of tread

  • verb
    1. To step or walk (on or over something); to trample.
    2. To step or walk upon.
    3. To beat or press with the feet.
    4. To go through or accomplish by walking, dancing, etc.
    5. To crush under the foot; to trample in contempt or hatred; to subdue.
    6. To copulate; said of (especially male) birds.
    7. (of a male bird) To copulate with.
  • noun
    1. A step taken with the foot.
    2. A manner of stepping.
    3. The sound made when someone or something is walking.
    4. A way; a track or path.
    5. The horizontal part of a step in a flight of stairs.
    6. The grooves carved into the face of a tire, used to give the tire traction.
    7. The grooves on the bottom of a shoe or other footwear, used to give grip or traction.
    8. The chalaza of a bird's egg; the treadle.
    9. The act of avian copulation in which the male bird mounts the female by standing on her back.
    10. (fortification) The top of the banquette, on which soldiers stand to fire over the parapet.
    11. A bruise or abrasion produced on the foot or ankle of a horse that interferes, or strikes its feet together.

Example Sentences

  • Please tread lightly on the newly planted grass.
  • He had to tread carefully to avoid waking the baby.
  • The hikers tread along the narrow mountain path.
  • You should tread cautiously when discussing sensitive topics.
  • They tread through the muddy field after the heavy rain.

On this page you'll find 96 synonyms or another words to tread, such as: amble, ambulate, artifact, bounce, clue, clump, cue.

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

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