Synonyms for

Climbed

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

Definition

To go up or ascend, especially by using one's hands and feet.

Synonyms & similar words

climbup wane rise climb wax mount goup ascend scale rise mount clamber scramble crawl creep hoist clutch grasp grab clasp seize catch snatch grip

Synonyms by register

Formal

ascended mounted scaled

Informal

went up got up scrambled up

Literary

surged scaled mounted

Antonyms

descended fell dropped slid lowered declined

Common collocations

  • climbed the mountain
  • climbed the ladder
  • climbed the stairs
  • climbed a tree
  • climbed out of
  • climbed the wall
  • climbed higher
  • climbed rapidly

Word family

noun climb
verb climb
adjective climbing

Usage note

The word 'climbed' is the past tense of 'climb'. It can refer to physical ascent or progress in rank or difficulty.

Example sentences

  1. The cat climbed up the tree to escape the dog.
  2. He climbed the mountain with his friends.
  3. I climbed the stairs to get to my bedroom.
  4. She climbed the fence to get into the park.
  5. The spider climbed up the wall to catch the fly.

Quotes

  • I climb because I want to see God's Glory in His creations. That is what keeps me going. The beauty of the mountains is overwhelming. I am able to see God's creation at its best. - Aron Ralston
  • The best climber in the world is the one who's having the most fun! - Alex Lowe
  • Every mountain top is within reach if you just keep climbing. - Barry Finlay

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