Synonyms for Contraction
Top synonyms for “contraction”: compression, condensation, muscle contraction, muscular contraction.
Definitions
- (noun)the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
- (noun)(physiology) a shortening or tensing of a part or organ (especially of a muscle or muscle fiber)
- (noun)a word formed from two or more words by omitting or combining some sounds“`won't' is a contraction of `will not'”
- (noun)the process or result of becoming smaller or pressed together“the contraction of a gas on cooling”
Definitions sourced from Princeton WordNet (BSD license).
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is another word for "contraction"?
Common synonyms for "contraction" include compression, condensation, muscle contraction, muscular contraction. Our thesaurus lists 4 total alternatives drawn from Princeton WordNet. Click any synonym to find its rhymes.
What is the opposite of "contraction"?
Antonyms for "contraction" include expansion. Use opposites in songwriting to create contrast, tension, or surprise within a verse.
What does "contraction" mean?
the act of decreasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope
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