Clutch Synonyms and Antonyms

klŭch
To take firmly with the hand and maintain a hold on
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. seize
  2. grab
  3. grasp
  4. grip
  5. clasp
  6. clench
  7. hold
  8. grapple
  9. catch
  10. clam
  11. claw
  12. clinch
  13. control
  14. coupling
  15. embrace
  16. fist
  17. gripe
  18. nab
  19. retain
  20. snatch
  21. talon
  22. get-hold-of
  23. prehend
Antonyms:
  1. let-go
  2. let-loose
  3. loose
  4. unfasten
To get hold of (something moving)
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. catch
  2. grab
  3. seize
  4. snatch
  5. nab
Grip
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. clasp
  2. grasp
  3. grip
  4. hold
  5. clench
  6. clutch-pedal
  7. clutches
  8. grapple
The act of catching, especially a sudden taking and holding
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. catch
  2. grab
  3. seizure
  4. snatch
Hold firmly, usually with one's hands
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. cling to
  2. hold close
  3. hold-tight
A collection of things or persons to be handled together
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. batch
A woman's strapless purse that is carried in the hand
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. clutch-bag

Words Related to Clutch

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.

Clutch Sentence Examples

  • The sense of falling once more made him clutch the cloak.

  • The sudden sensation of falling made him clutch the door frame.

  • After dinner Sarah said, I'm going into town to buy a new clutch for tomorrow.

  • He had thought he would be putting a new clutch in this car next week.

  • The worm and hand-wheel are thrown into and out of gear by means of the clutch t.

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