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Synonyms of HOOK

Valid in Scrabble US · 11 points

HOOK: definition and more

38 synonyms in 12 meanings 35 playable in Scrabble US

Synonyms of HOOK by meaning

noun

  1. a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook

  2. anything that serves as an enticement

    Also: come-on.

  3. a mechanical device that is curved or bent to suspend or hold or pull something

  4. a golf shot that curves to the left for a right-handed golfer

  5. a basketball shot made over the head with the hand that is farther from the basket

    Also: hook shot.

verb

  1. rip off; ask an unreasonable price

  2. make a piece of needlework by interlocking and looping thread with a hooked needle

  3. take by theft

    Also: knock off.

  4. make off with belongings of others

  5. to cause (someone or oneself) to become dependent (on something, especially a narcotic drug)

  6. entice and trap

  7. approach with an offer of sexual favors