Synonyms and Antonyms for
retrench
1. retrench (v.)
make a reduction, as in one's workforce
Synonyms:
trim
bring down
cut down
cut back
trim back
cut
trim down
reduce
Antonyms:
deflate
lengthen
thicken
increase
inflate
2. retrench (v.)
tighten one's belt; use resources carefully
Synonyms:
economize
husband
conserve
economise
Antonyms:
waste
unbalance
fat
untidy
fancy
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