beckons
verbHow many syllables in beckons?
There are 2 syllables in the word beckons.Divide beckons into syllables:
beck · ons
How to pronounce beckons:
Definition of beckons:
- beckons (verb):
- to summon with a gesture
- to summon or signal typically with a wave or nod
Synonyms for beckons:
flags
gesticulate
gesture
gestures
indicate
informs
motion
motions
nod
nods
sign
signal
signals
summon
tells
wave
waves
Antonyms for beckons:
deters
dismisses
pushes
repels
replies
repulses
turns off
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