1. blow
noun. ['ˈbloʊ'] a powerful stroke with the fist or a weapon.
Synonyms
- box
- whang
- stab
- scrap
- poke
- fighting
- pound
- knockdown
- knockout
- whip
- hammering
- stroke
- pounding
- boot
- clout
- knock
- swat
- KO
- shot
- whack
- swing
- thump
- combat
- thwack
- thrust
- kicking
- slug
- counterblow
- whiplash
- wallop
- clip
- smack
- rap
- belt
- lick
- smacker
- backhander
- kick
- kayo
- smacking
- lash
- hammer
- punch
- knife thrust
- fight
- stinger
- slap
- biff
Antonyms
- weak
- inflexibility
- disparage
- disadvantage
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
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Words that Rhyme with Blow Up
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Example sentences of the word blow-up
1. Noun Phrase
The name is derived from the French word meaning "to blow up."
2. Noun Phrase
For this game, blow up several dozen balloons in two different colors.
2. blow
noun. ['ˈbloʊ'] an impact (as from a collision).
Synonyms
- impact
- jounce
- sideswipe
- shock
- bang
- buffeting
- smash
- pounding
- knock
- jolt
- concussion
- bash
- smack
- rap
- belt
- strike
- bump
- jar
- slap
Antonyms
- lengthen
- detach
- unclip
- unbelt
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
3. blow
verb. ['ˈbloʊ'] be blowing or storming.
Synonyms
- storm
- waft
- bluster
- breeze
- set in
Antonyms
- veil
- deflate
- rush
- converge
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
4. blow
verb. ['ˈbloʊ'] exhale hard.
Synonyms
- heave
- huff
- breathe out
- insufflate
- chuff
- puff
- exhale
- expire
- gasp
Antonyms
- pay up
- keep track
- attend
- pass
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
5. blow
verb. ['ˈbloʊ'] free of obstruction by blowing air through.
Synonyms
- eject
- discharge
- exhaust
- expel
Antonyms
- arrange
- order
- deposit
- stifle
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
6. blow
verb. ['ˈbloʊ'] be in motion due to some air or water current.
Synonyms
- travel
- tide
- stream
- waft
- be adrift
- go
- locomote
- drift
- float
Antonyms
- linger
- recede
- follow
- fall
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
7. blow
noun. ['ˈbloʊ'] an unfortunate happening that hinders or impedes; something that is thwarting or frustrating.
Synonyms
- occurrent
- occurrence
- happening
- whammy
- setback
- black eye
- reversal
- natural event
Antonyms
- cheer
- unlash
- untie
- make peace
Etymology
- blo (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowe (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blowen (Middle English (1100-1500))
- blawan (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
8. up
adverb. ['ˈʌp'] spatially or metaphorically from a lower to a higher position.
Synonyms
- upwards
- upwardly
Antonyms
- downwards
- downwardly
- downward
Etymology
- upp (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
9. up
adjective. ['ˈʌp'] being or moving higher in position or greater in some value; being above a former position or level.
Synonyms
- leading
- risen
- upfield
- ahead
- in the lead
- dormie
- heavenward
- sprouted
- aweigh
- ascending
- upward
- dormy
- upbound
- high
Antonyms
- down
- low
- fragrant
- sober
Etymology
- upp (Old English (ca. 450-1100))
10. up
verb. ['ˈʌp'] raise.
Antonyms
- low spirits
Etymology
- upp (Old English (ca. 450-1100))