weapon

The word “weapon” has 2 syllables: weap-on

It's pronounced as /ˈwɛpən/

What is synonym and antonym for weapon?

In the thesaurus, “weapon” has 70 synonyms and 4 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for weapon

activator
aegis
agency
agent
ammunition
animator
antecedent
arm
armament
armor
buckler
catalyst
cause
cover
defense
determinant
driver
egis
embattle
energizer
equip
executor
expedient
factor
fastness
fort
fortress
generator
guard
impetus
incentive
influence
ingredient
inspiration
instigation
instigator
instrument
instrumentality
launcher
machinery
means
mechanism
mechanize
medium
militarize
ministry
mobilize
mover
munitions
occasion
organ
palisade
power
protection
reason
reequip
safeguard
screen
security
shield
stimulus
stronghold
subagency
subagent
tool
trigger
vehicle
wall
ward
weaponry

Antonyms for weapon

demilitarize
demobilize
denuclearize
disarm

Meanings of weapon

noun
1. An instrument of attack or defense in combat or hunting, e.g. most guns, missiles, or swords.
2. An instrument or other means of harming or exerting control over another.
3. A tool of any kind.
4. An idiot, an oaf, a fool, a tool; a contemptible or incompetent person.

Example Sentences

The knight drew his weapon to defend the castle.
Honesty can be a powerful weapon in difficult situations.
The suspect was arrested for carrying a concealed weapon.
Knowledge became his greatest weapon against ignorance.
The new weapon was tested under extreme conditions.

On this page you'll find 74 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to weapon, such as: activator, aegis, agency, agent, ammunition, animator, antecedent.

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