barrier
How many syllables in barrier?
There are 3 syllables in the word barrier.How to pronounce barrier:
Synonyms for barrier:
balusters
balustrade
banister
bannister
bar
barricade
block
bulwark
chain
crash barrier
dam
dike
drawback
dyke
fence
fencing
fender
grate
grating
groin
groyne
handicap
handrail
hedge
hindrance
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Antonyms for barrier:
access
aperture
avenue
break
cavity
cranny
egress
entrance
entranceway
entry
entryway
erosion
exit
freedom of passage
gap
hole
interstice
means of access
mouth
opening
orifice
outlet
passage
passageway
portal
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Words like 'Wednesday' and 'February' often have their middle syllables reduced or dropped in casual speech, showing syllable elision.
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