wrestle Synonyms
wrestle Meaning
wrestle (n)
the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat
wrestle (v)
combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force
engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate
to move in a twisting or contorted motion, (especially when struggling)
engage in a wrestling match
wrestle (v. t.)
To contend, by grappling with, and striving to trip or throw down, an opponent; as, they wrestled skillfully.
Hence, to struggle; to strive earnestly; to contend.
To wrestle with; to seek to throw down as in wrestling.
wrestle (n.)
A struggle between two persons to see which will throw the other down; a bout at wrestling; a wrestling match; a struggle.
wrestle Sentence Examples
- The two wrestlers grappled fiercely on the mat, each vying for dominance.
- The boxer playfully wrestled with his opponent before the match, trying to gauge his strength.
- The children wrestled in the grass, their laughter echoing through the park.
- The tornado wrestled with the trees, uprooting them and sending debris flying.
- The CEO wrestled with the decision, weighing the pros and cons before making a choice.
- The student wrestled with the complex mathematics problem, determined to find a solution.
- The writer wrestled with words, trying to craft the perfect sentence.
- The politician wrestled with their conscience, torn between what was right and what was expedient.
- The athlete wrestled with injury, pushing through pain to achieve their goal.
- The boy wrestled with his inner demons, struggling to overcome his fears and insecurities.
FAQs About the word wrestle
the act of engaging in close hand-to-hand combat, combat to overcome an opposing tendency or force, engage in deep thought, consideration, or debate, to move in
fight, grapple, punch, war (against), battle, rassle, strike,brawl, contend, scuffle
No antonyms found.
The two wrestlers grappled fiercely on the mat, each vying for dominance.
The boxer playfully wrestled with his opponent before the match, trying to gauge his strength.
The children wrestled in the grass, their laughter echoing through the park.
The tornado wrestled with the trees, uprooting them and sending debris flying.
