Synonyms of close-knit
10 similar words · 12 opposite words
Another word for close-knit is tight-knit. Other synonyms of close-knit are cohesive, united and corporate. The opposite of close-knit is loose-knit.
Synonyms and similar words for close-knit
adjectiveOf a group: closely connected or linked, as by a common bond, culture, or identity.
- tightIntimate, close, close-knit, intimately friendly.
- tight-knitStrongly pulled together or connected, tightly knit.
- thick as thievesIntimate, close-knit, tight.
- coherent
- cohesiveHaving cohesion.
- consociatedJoined together; unified, linked.
- corporate
- tenacious
- unified
- united
Opposite of close-knit
adjectiveOf a group: closely connected or linked, as by a common bond, culture, or identity.
- loose-knitNot closely linked or connected.
- detached
- discrete
- distinct
- disparate
- loose
- separate
- unattached
- unannexedNot annexed.
- unassociated
- unconnected
- sundry obsolete
Meaning of close-knit
- adjective Of a group: closely connected or linked, as by a common bond, culture, or identity.
close-knit in other languages
Questions about synonyms of close-knit
- What is another word for close-knit?
- Close-knit has 10 synonyms on Word.ws, such as tight-knit, cohesive, united and corporate.
- What is the opposite of close-knit?
- The opposite of close-knit is loose-knit. Other antonyms of close-knit are separate.
- What does close-knit mean?
- Close-knit means of a group: closely connected or linked, as by a common bond, culture, or identity.
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