Synonyms for

Wedge

Noun / wedʒ / Another word for wedge — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a piece of wood, metal, or some other material having one thick end and tapering to a thin edge, that is driven between two objects or parts of an object to secure or separate them.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

chock shim splint support

Informal

doorstop block piece

Literary

cleavage fissure rift

Antonyms

gap opening hole void space breach

Common collocations

  • wedge between
  • wedge in
  • wedge of cheese
  • wedge heel
  • wedge issue
  • drive a wedge
  • wedge apart

Word family

noun wedge
verb wedge

Usage note

As a verb, 'wedge' often implies forcing something into a tight space. As a noun, it refers to a piece of material used to fill a gap or support something.

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Example sentences

  1. She used a wedge to hold open the door.
  2. The wedge of cheese was delicious.
  3. The carpenter used a wedge to split the log.
  4. He forced the wedge between the two rocks.
  5. She put a wedge of lemon in her drink.

Quotes

  • I'm a wedge guy. I like a good wedge salad.
  • Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever. A wedge of good fortune, a slice of gratitude and a dash of smile will make your journey worthwhile.
  • The wedge between faith and reason is one of the most destructive gaps in modern thought.

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