Synonyms for

Holes

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

Definition

A hollow place in a solid body or surface.

Synonyms & similar words

holeout pickle muddle hole cakehole hollow trap maw golfhole jam yap mess kettleoffish gob fix cavity opening aperture void hollow pit crater indentation hollowing perforation porousness porosity vacuity gap break split fissure crack chasm cleft

Synonyms by register

Formal

apertures voids orifices cavities

Informal

gaps potholes cracks breaches

Literary

chasms fissures abysses

Antonyms

solids fullness completeness surfaces plains masses

Common collocations

  • a hole in the ground
  • a black hole
  • a hole in one
  • dig a hole
  • hole in the wall
  • punch a hole
  • fill the hole

Word family

noun hole
verb hole
adjective holey

Usage note

While 'hole' can refer to a physical opening, it can also be used figuratively, such as 'a hole in the budget'. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The dog dug a hole in the backyard.
  2. I found a hole in my sock.
  3. The cheese had holes in it.
  4. The golfer hit the ball into the hole.
  5. The construction workers filled the hole with dirt.

Quotes

  • 'I have no idols. I admire work, dedication and competence.' - Ayrton Senna
  • 'Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.' - Pele
  • 'I'm not a genius. I'm just a tremendous bundle of experience.' - R. Buckminster Fuller

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