Q: What is the Antonym or Opposite word of Embrace?

  • Embrace
  • General Meaning Accept, Hug, Hold, Welcome
    Usage The word “embrace” is used as a verb as well as noun to describe the act of putting your arms around somebody, or accepting an idea or belief.
  • Antonym 1 Exclude
    Meaning 1 Adopt
    Sentence 1 After remaining a staunch Christian for thirty years, she embraced Judaism.
  • Antonym 2 Reject
    Meaning 2 Accept
    Sentence 2 This country is reluctant to embrace democracy in its true spirit.
  • Antonym 3 Push Away
    Meaning 3 Hug
    Sentence 3 On meeting after a long time, the mother embraced her child warmly.

 

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