Clout Synonyms

klout
The power to produce an effect by indirect means
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. pull
  2. influence
  3. leverage
  4. sway
  5. weight
Effective means of influencing, compelling, or punishing
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. force
  2. power
  3. weight
  4. muscle
A short nail with a flat head; used to attach sheet metal to wood
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. clout-nail

Words Related to Clout

Related words are words that are directly connected to each other through their meaning, even if they are not synonyms or antonyms. This connection may be general or specific, or the words may appear frequently together.

Related:

  1. affect
  2. over
  3. attack
  4. strong
  5. political influence
  6. staying power

Clout Sentence Examples

  • Perhaps ESA have a little less clout with the media than NASA?

  • Often you need political clout to ensure your rights are enforced.

  • All in all, the EU has gained considerable clout during the last few years in these areas.

  • Bully tactics Men use power in terms of financial clout.

  • Jeremy Sams directs a cast with considerable box office clout.

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