CLASP Synonyms: 72 Similar and Opposite Words

clasp 1 of 2

noun

ˈklasp

Definition of clasp

as in grip

the act or manner of holding be careful that your clasp on the cat isn't too tight, or she could get hurt

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clasp

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verb

as in to hug

to put one's arms around and press tightly clasped his long-lost sister and cried without restraint

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as in to hold

to reach for and take hold of by embracing with the fingers or arms clasped a crayon and began drawing

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Recent Examples of clasp

Noun

Conventional versions can contain elastic bands, clasps, clips, foam and multiple synthetic textiles, complicating recycling and other end-of-life options. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 13 Aug. 2026 The Baguette bag is a slim, rectangular, near-impractically sized bag adorned with a double-F logo clasp. — Encyclopedia Britannica, 7 Aug. 2026

Verb

These feature the American Eagle on one side, clasping an oak branch in its talons. — Nicole Fallert, USA Today, 20 July 2026 His hands are in his lap, one wrist clasped almost self-consciously. — Literary Hub, 17 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for clasp

Recent Examples of Synonyms for clasp

Noun

That's pretty darn cool for people getting to grips with the latest generation of robotics programming tools and training systems.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 31 Aug. 2026
As Russia’s war in Ukraine becomes increasingly costly with no end in sight, the Kremlin has kept tightening its grip over Russian society.

— Andrei Soldatov, Foreign Affairs, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of grip

Verb

Namely, a forgiving elastic waistband, a breezy, lightweight feel, and pockets that are actually deep enough to hold your essentials.

— Jill Layton, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026
The bag is big enough to hold all your travel essentials—even a small umbrella or tablet—and features two slip pockets and one zip pocket inside.

— Jasmine Gomez, Travel + Leisure, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of hold

Noun

The Wall Street Journal's Jason Zweig, who has a comprehensive grasp of financial history and a deft touch for illuminating it, explores the echoes here.

— Michael Santoli, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026
But their rookie linebacker extended his arms, threw out a hand and knocked the ball free from London’s grasp.

— Daniel Flick, AJC.com, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of grasp

Verb

The device features flexible side wings that can fold inward to cradle the head and neck.

— Colson Thayer, PEOPLE, 22 July 2026
While standard flip-flops are generally relatively flat, these are made with plenty of arch support, along with deep heel cups to cradle your feet for full-day comfort.

— Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 17 July 2026

Definition of cradle

Verb

Fewer suicide attempts will also mean fewer lengthy bridge closures, which affect national security and require drivers to take a 23-mile detour through Imperial Beach and up the Silver Strand to get from San Diego to Coronado.

— David Garrick, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Aug. 2026
Getting a women’s soccer team off the ground takes its challenges, which Keeley Jones (Juno Temple) and Rebecca Welton (Hannah Waddingham) have begun to realize four episodes into the fourth season of Ted Lasso.

— Dessi Gomez, Deadline, 26 Aug. 2026

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