Synonyms for

Cross

Verb / krɔ:s / Another word for cross — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to go from one side to the other; to intersect or cross each other

Synonyms & similar words

scotch grouchy track thwart transverse cover crownofthorns hybridise uncross traverse frustrate hybridization crossbreeding getacross interbreed cross passover baffle crabbed hybridize crisscross spoil hybridisation cutacross sweep intersect meet pass traverse travel bridge transverse crisscross negotiate ply span track tramp trudge

Synonyms by register

Formal

intersect traverse transverse span

Informal

go across cut across get across

Literary

brimstone crucify afflict

Antonyms

parallel straight direct unmixed pure unadulterated

Common collocations

  • cross the road
  • cross my mind
  • cross the line
  • cross examination
  • cross fingers
  • cross reference
  • cross breed

Word family

noun cross
verb cross
adjective cross
adverb cross

Usage note

The word 'cross' can be used as a noun (a religious symbol), a verb (to go across or to intersect), or an adjective (bad-tempered). Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. I need to cross the bridge to get to the other side of the river.
  2. The two roads cross each other at the intersection.
  3. She had to cross the busy street to get to school.
  4. The dog crossed the yard to fetch the ball.
  5. The athletes crossed the finish line at the same time.

Quotes

  • The cross is the symbol of Christianity.
  • We all have crosses to bear in life.
  • The cross-country team trained hard for the upcoming race.

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