Synonyms for

Freeze

Verb / fri:z / Another word for freeze — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

to become or cause to become hard and stiff because of extreme cold

Synonyms & similar words

immobilise block stopdead immobilize freezing boil unblock suspend frost halt freezedown freezeout unfreeze chill cool frost ice solidify congeal stiffen numb paralyze halt stop suspend cease halt delay postpone shelve reschedule

Synonyms by register

Formal

congeal solidify crystallize

Informal

chill out cool it hang loose take it easy

Literary

rime hoarfrost

Antonyms

melt thaw liquefy unfreeze soften flow heat

Common collocations

  • freeze frame
  • freeze over
  • freeze out
  • freeze up
  • freeze dry
  • freeze attack
  • freeze point

Word family

noun freezer
verb freeze
adjective frozen

Usage note

When referring to stopping movement or activity, 'freeze' can be used informally to mean 'calm down' or 'stop being agitated'. The verb 'freeze' is often used in the context of temperature changes.

Example sentences

  1. I like to freeze my grapes before I eat them.
  2. The pond will freeze over in the winter.
  3. I had to freeze my credit card to stop myself from spending too much.
  4. My fingers were starting to freeze in the cold weather.
  5. He told the thief to freeze and put his hands up.

Quotes

  • The best way to learn is to get out there, mix and freeze, and learn from your mistakes.
  • The cold never bothered me anyway.
  • I dream of a better tomorrow, where chickens can cross the road and not be questioned about their motives.

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