Synonyms for

Brake

Verb / breɪk / Another word for brake — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a device used for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle or machine

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

arrest halt curb restrain

Informal

slam on the brakes stop pull over

Literary

check stay

Antonyms

accelerate speed up go advance proceed drive move

Common collocations

  • apply the brake
  • brake pedal
  • emergency brake
  • brake fluid
  • brake light
  • brake system
  • brake pad
  • brake failure

Word family

noun brake
verb brake

Usage note

As a verb, 'brake' means to slow down or stop. It is often used in the context of vehicles. Common confusion arises with 'break', which means to shatter or interrupt.

Example sentences

  1. I pressed the brake to stop the bike.
  2. The car's brake needs to be fixed.
  3. The train's brake screeched as it came to a stop.
  4. The brake on the roller coaster made me feel like I was going to fly off!
  5. The truck driver applied the brake to avoid hitting the pedestrian.

Quotes

  • It's not about the brake, it's about the accelerator.
  • Fear is the emergency brake on life.
  • A brake is a device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle.

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