Synonyms for

Ducked

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

Definition

Ducked means to quickly lower your head or body to avoid being hit or seen.

Synonyms & similar words

elude putoff dodge evade circumvent skirt duck dip fudge sidestep hedge parry douse dodged evaded avoided sidestepped skirted dipped bent lowered stooped nodded duck-dived dove plunged swooped pounced jumped leaped bounded hopped skipped

Example sentences

  1. He quickly ducked his head to avoid the low-hanging branch.
  2. The boxer ducked to avoid the punch from his opponent.
  3. She ducked behind the couch when she heard the loud noise outside.
  4. The ducked dove under the water to catch a fish.

Quotes

  • I ducked down behind the counter and prayed that they wouldn't see me.
  • Whenever I hear a loud noise, I instinctively duck.
  • I've learned to duck quickly when playing dodgeball.

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