Synonyms for

Press

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

Definition

To push against something with force or weight.

Synonyms & similar words

iron squeeze constrict closet compress campaign wardrobe fight weigh weightlift beseech jam entreat urge pressing bid agitate crusade conjure insistency pressure push crush imperativeness exhort push squeeze compress flatten crush mash smash stamp trample tread ram force crowd jostle thrust shove lift heave haul pull

Synonyms by register

Formal

urge exhort advocate compel

Informal

push shove lean on nag

Literary

bear down impel thrust

Antonyms

release loosen relax ease slack liberate

Common collocations

  • press release
  • press conference
  • press button
  • press forward
  • press charges
  • press the issue
  • press the flesh

Word family

noun press
verb press
adjective pressworthy

Usage note

The word 'press' can refer to the media (noun) or the act of applying force (verb). Be mindful of context to avoid confusion.

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Example sentences

  1. I use an iron to press my clothes.
  2. Can you press the bell to call the waiter?
  3. Please press the brake pedal to stop the car.
  4. The student will press the keys on the keyboard to type the letter.
  5. The doctor will press the area to see if it hurts.

Quotes

  • Freedom of the press is not just important to democracy, it is democracy.
  • The press is the best instrument for enlightening the mind of man.
  • A free press can, of course, be good or bad, but, most certainly without freedom, the press will never be anything but bad.

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