Synonyms for
Gag
Definition
To prevent someone from speaking or making noise by putting something in their mouth or covering their mouth.
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- gag order
- gag reflex
- gagged and bound
- gagging sound
- gagged him
- gagged her
Word family
Usage note
The verb 'gag' can refer to the physical act of retching or to the act of silencing someone, often through force or legal means. The noun 'gag' can refer to the object used to silence someone or a joke.
Example sentences
- The comedian made me gag with his jokes.
- The chef gagged when he smelled the spoiled food.
- The police officer had to gag the suspect to prevent them from shouting.
- The smell of the garbage made me gag.
- The doctor had to gag the patient to prevent them from choking on their tongue.
Quotes
I'd rather gag on greatness than nibble on mediocrity. - Unknown
I've done a lot of things I'm not proud of, such as getting my girlfriend pregnant when I was 23 and the way I handled that. But I think that's all part of growing up, don't you? I don't think I'd be the person I am today if I hadn't had those experiences. - Eminem
The idea that you can't be attractive and funny or whatever, it's just not true. I know that because I've made my living being both for 20 years. - Sarah Silverman