embrace

How many syllables in embrace?

There are 2 syllables in the word embrace.

Divide embrace into syllables:

em · brace

How to pronounce embrace:

Synonyms for embrace:

address

bear-hug

canoodle

clasp

cling

comprehend

cover

cradle

crush

cuddle

deal

encircle

enclasp

encompass

enfold

envelop

grab

grasp

handle

hold

hug

include

plow

seize

squeeze

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Antonyms for embrace:

dislike

drop

free

hate

let go

let go of

let up on

loose

loosen

open

open up

reject

relax

release

relinquish

surrender

unclasp

undo

unfasten

unhand

unhitch

unhug

unlock

unloose

unloosen

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