Grapples Synonyms and Antonyms

An act or means of holding something
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. grasps
  2. clasps
  3. grips
  4. clutches
  5. clenches
  6. hold
To contend with an opponent at close quarters, as by attempting to throw him or her
(Verb)
Synonyms:
  1. wrestles
  2. catches
  3. closes
  4. tussles
  5. hooks
  6. scuffles
Antonyms:
  1. releases
The act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
(Noun)
Synonyms:
  1. wrestlings

Words Related to Grapples

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.

Grapples Sentence Examples

  • But he instinctively shrank from conflict; he lacked the resoluteness and the sterner sort of courage that grapples with a crisis.

  • This symbol relays much of the shyness the sign often grapples with when dealing with others.

  • But his destiny isn't set in stone until he becomes an adult, and even then he grapples with the emotions that are making decisions for him.