All Definitions for Cast
Below are all the dictionary definitions of cast:
1To move, or be moved, away.
2To throw.
3To throw forward (a fishing line, net etc.) into the sea.
4To throw down or aside.
5To throw off (the skin) as a process of growth
6To shed the hair or fur of the coat.
7To shed leaves or fruit prematurely.
8To heave the lead and line in order to ascertain the depth of water.
9To direct (one's eyes, gaze etc.).
10To add up (a column of figures, accounts etc.)
11Cross-cast refers to adding up a row of figures.
12To predict, to decide, to plan.
13To calculate the astrological value of (a horoscope, birth etc.).
14To assign (a role in a play or performance).
15To assign a role in a play or performance to (an actor).
16To describe in an opinionated way. Mostly used with a metaphor involving light.
17To consider
18To turn or revolve in the mind
19To plan.
20To turn (the balance or scale)
21To overbalance
22Hence, to make preponderate
23To decide.
24To perform, bring forth (a magical spell or enchantment).
25To throw (light etc.) on or upon something, or in a given direction.
26To shape (molten metal etc.) by pouring into a mould
27To make (an object) in such a way.
28To stereotype or electrotype.
29To twist or warp (of fabric, timber etc.).
30To bring the bows of a sailing ship on to the required tack just as the anchor is weighed by use of the headsail
31To bring (a ship) round.
32To deposit (a ballot or voting paper)
33To formally register (one's vote).
34To change a variable type from, for example, integer to real, or integer to text.
35Of dogs, hunters: to spread out and search for a scent.
36To set (a bone etc.) in a cast.
37To open a circle in order to begin a spell or meeting of witches.
38To broadcast (video) over the Internet or a local network, especially to one's television.
39An act of throwing.
40The number rolled on a die when it is thrown.
41An instance of throwing out a fishing line.
42Something which has been thrown, dispersed etc.
43A small mass of earth "thrown off" or excreted by a worm.
44The collective group of actors performing a play or production together. Contrasted with crew.
45The casting procedure.
46An object made in a mould.
47A supportive and immobilising device used to help mend broken bones.
48The mould used to make cast objects.
49The number of hawks (or occasionally other birds) cast off at one time
50A pair.
51A squint.
52Visual appearance.
53The form of one's thoughts, mind etc.
54Animal and insect remains which have been regurgitated by a bird.
55A group of crabs.
56The measurement of the angle of a shotgun stock from a top-view center line, used to align the shotgun to the shooter's eye.
57A chance or attempt at something.
58Of an animal, such as a horse or sheep: Lying in a position from which it cannot rise on its own.
59To remove, take off (clothes).
60To vomit.
61To throw up, as a mound, or rampart.
62To throw out or emit
63To exhale.
64To plan, intend.
65To impose
66To bestow
67To rest.
68To defeat in a lawsuit
69To decide against
70To convict.
71To give birth to (a child) prematurely
72To miscarry.
73Assistance given by transporting a person or lightening their labour.
74A surname.
75Obsolete form of caste (“hereditary social class of South Asia”). [Any of the hereditary social classes and subclasses of South Asian societies or similar found historically in other cultures.]
76Initialism of Coalition to Abolish Slavery and Trafficking.
About antonyms for cast
Finding the right antonym for cast helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "To move, or be moved, away.", cast has 0 opposite words that can be used to express contrasting ideas.
When choosing an antonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal antonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual antonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all antonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best opposite word. The list above provides the most common and useful antonyms for cast, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.