Synonyms for

Climb

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

Definition

to go up or ascend, especially by using the hands and feet

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

ascend mount scale

Informal

go up hike up scramble up

Literary

surmount aspire

Antonyms

descend fall drop lower slide plunge

Common collocations

  • climb a mountain
  • climb a tree
  • climb the stairs
  • climb out of
  • climb the ladder
  • climb aboard
  • climb high

Word family

noun climb
verb climb
adjective climbing

Usage note

While 'climb' can refer to ascending physically, it's also used metaphorically for progress or improvement, such as 'climb the corporate ladder'.

Example sentences

  1. I love to climb trees in the park.
  2. We had to climb a ladder to get up to the roof.
  3. The climbers were able to successfully climb the mountain.
  4. She was able to climb the rock wall with ease.
  5. The cat tried to climb up the curtains but fell off.

Quotes

  • Climb the mountains and get their good tidings. - John Muir
  • If you want to climb a mountain, begin at the top. - Unknown
  • The best view comes after the hardest climb. - Unknown

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