Antonyms for
prizes
An honour or reward striven for in a competitive contest
0 antonyms 6 letters

No Antonyms Found for Prizes

We could not find any antonyms for prizes in our database. This word may be too specific, technical, or does not have a clear opposite meaning.

Try searching for a broader or related term. You can also check the antonyms homepage for popular words.

All Definitions for Prizes

Below are all the dictionary definitions of prizes:

1An honour or reward striven for in a competitive contest
2Anything offered to be competed for, or as an inducement to, or reward of, effort.
3Anything worth striving for
4A valuable possession held or in prospect.
5Having won a prize
6Award-winning.
7That which is taken from another
8Something captured
9A thing seized by force, stratagem, or superior power.
10Anything captured by a belligerent using the rights of war
11Especially, property captured at sea in virtue of the rights of war, as a vessel.
12That which may be won by chance, as in a lottery.
13To consider highly valuable
14To esteem.
15First-rate
16Exceptional.
17A contest for a reward
18Competition.
19To set or estimate the value of
20To appraise
21To price
22To rate.
23To compete in a prizefight.
24A lever
25A pry
26Also, the hold of a lever.
27To move with a lever
28To force up or open
29To prise or pry.
30Obsolete form of price. [The cost required to gain possession of something.]

Writing Tips

  • Use antonyms to create contrast and emphasize differences.
  • Pair antonyms in parallel structure for rhetorical impact.
  • Not all antonyms are perfectly opposite — check context.
  • Using antonyms improves clarity by showing what something is not.
Frequently Asked Questions

What are antonyms for prizes?

Common antonyms for prizes. These words express opposite or contrasting meanings and can be used to create contrast in writing.

How many antonyms does prizes have?

We have identified 0 antonyms for prizes in our database. The English language often has multiple words with contrasting meanings.

Can I use these antonyms in formal writing?

Most antonyms listed here are suitable for formal writing, but always check the specific context. Some antonyms carry slightly different connotations or degrees of opposition.

About antonyms for prizes

Finding the right antonym for prizes helps writers create contrast, clarify meaning, and add depth to their work. Defined as "An honour or reward striven for in a competitive contest", prizes 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 prizes, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.