Synonyms of lash
120 similar words
Another word for lash is bash. Other synonyms of lash are whip, berate, at fault, blameworthy and neglectful.
Synonyms and similar words for lash
nounAn attempt; a go at something.
- bash UKAn attempt at doing something.
verbTo strike with a lash; to whip or scourge with a lash, or with something like one.
- whipTo lash with sarcasm, abuse, etc.
verbTo scold; or to satirize; to censure with severity.
- berateTo chide or scold vehemently.
adjectiveRemiss, lax.
- at fault
- blameworthyDeserving blame or censure; reprehensible.
- neglectfulTending to neglect; failing to take care of matters which require attention; forgetful.
- negligent
- reprehensible
adjectiveRelaxed.
- airy
- at ease
- at peace
- carefreeWithout cares or worries; free of concern or worries; without difficulty.
- casual
- chill
- cool
- devil-may-careCarefree, reckless, irresponsible.
- easy-breezyLaid-back and uncomplicated.
- easygoing
- happy-go-luckyCarefree or untroubled.
- indifferent
- insouciantCasually unconcerned; carefree, indifferent, nonchalant.
- laid-backRelaxed and easy‐going; demonstrating an absence of stress or worry.
- leisurelyCharacterized by leisure; taking plenty of time; unhurried.
- lighthearted
- loose
- mellowDrunk, intoxicated; especially slightly or pleasantly so, or to an extent that makes one cheerful and friendly.
- offhand
- nonchalant
- pococuranteApathetic, indifferent or nonchalant.
- relaxed
- serene
- solute
- tranquil
- unanxiousNot anxious.
- unbotheredNot bothered, serene.
- unconcerned
- undisturbed
- unruffled
- untroubledWithout worries; free from care.
- unworriedFree of worries.
- calm
- steady
- collected
- composedShowing composure.
- cool-headedCalm and imperturbable, especially under pressure.
- equable
- equanimousCalm and composed; of stable disposition.
- equanimitableSynonym of equanimous.
- even-keeledStable, not imbalanced.
- even-mindedHaving equanimity.
- even-temperedRemaining calm even in situations that would cause many others to become angry, frustrated, panicky, etc.
- imperturbableNot capable of being, or not easily, perturbed, excited, or upset; calm and collected, even under pressure.
- level-headedSensible; rational; possessing sound judgment.
- pacific
- peaceable
- peaceful
- phlegmatic
- placidCalm and quiet; peaceful; tranquil.
- quiescent
- quiet
- rooliePeaceful; still.
- sedate
- still
- unexcited
- unfazed
- unflappableRemaining composed and level-headed at all times; impossible to fluster; not becoming frustrated or irritated easily.
- unflusteredNot flustered; calm.
- unperturbableNot perturbable.
- unruffableImperturbable.
- untumultuousNot tumultuous; calm, placid.
- careless archaic
- wanton obsolete
- pacate obsolete
adjectiveSoft, watery, wet.
- spongy
- squidgyMoist and pliant; soggy.
- bewatered
- damp
- drenchedCompletely wet; sodden.
- drippingVery wet.
- drunk
- humidContaining perceptible moisture (usually describing air or atmosphere); damp; moist; somewhat wet or watery.
- moist
- moistyMoist.
- overwateredWatered too much.
- plashy
- saturated
- soaked
- sodden
- soggy
- soppy
- spewy
- thoan dialectal
- thone dialectalDamp; moist; wet; soft from dampness.
- undriedNot dried.
- watered
- waterlogged
- watery
- wetRefreshed with liquor; drunk.
- wetter than an otter's pocket informalCompletely wet, drenched, soaked.
- irriguous archaic, poeticIrrigated, well-watered.
- madid datedWet; moist.
- wiery obsolete
adjectiveExcellent, wonderful.
- ace slang
- admirable
- amazing
- awe-inspiringInspiring awe; awesome.
- awesome colloquialExcellent, exciting, remarkable.
- badass
- broyal
- bang onPrecisely accurate; exactly appropriate or fitting; spot on.
- bang-upEspecially good; wonderful; superb.
- studlyLike a stud; being or relating to a sexually attractive male.
- based
- beatific
- beneshipVery good; excellent.
- bitching slang
- blissful
- bomb slangGreat, awesome.
- brilliant
- bullyVery good.
Meaning of lash
- noun The thong or braided cord of a whip, with which the blow is given.
- noun A leash in which an animal is caught or held; hence, a snare.
- noun A stroke with a whip, or anything pliant and tough, often given as a punishment.
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Questions about synonyms of lash
- What is another word for lash?
- Lash has 120 synonyms on Word.ws, such as bash, whip, berate, at fault, blameworthy, neglectful, negligent and reprehensible.
- What does lash mean?
- Lash means the thong or braided cord of a whip, with which the blow is given.
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