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yips

The word “yips” has 1 syllable: yips

It's pronounced as /jɪps/

What is synonym and antonym for yips?

In the thesaurus, “yips” has 46 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for yips

Antonyms for yips

  • whimper
  • whisper

Meanings of yips

  • noun
    1. A sharp, high-pitched bark.
    2. A nervous condition which prevents a sportsperson from playing properly; especially a condition which causes a golfer to miss an easy putt, or a tennis player to serve a double fault.
  • verb
    1. To bark with a sharp, high-pitched voice.

Example Sentences

  • The golfer struggled with the yips, causing his putting game to suffer.
  • Despite his talent, the pitcher's career was plagued by the yips, affecting his ability to throw accurately.
  • Yips in musicians can manifest as involuntary muscle twitches, impacting their performance.
  • The tennis player battled the yips during crucial matches, leading to unforced errors.
  • Athletes often seek sports psychologists to help them overcome the yips and regain their confidence.

On this page you'll find 48 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to yips, such as: barks, bays, bellows, blats, bleats, brays, cackles.

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

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