entrench
verbHow to pronounce entrench:
Definition of entrench:
- entrench (verb):
- fix firmly or securely.
- to fix or establish firmly
- to place within or surround with a trench especially for defense
Synonyms for entrench:
anchor
bed
dig in
embed
engrain
enroot
ensconce
establish
fasten
fix
imbed
imbue
impact
implant
infuse
ingrain
install
instill
intrench
lodge
place
plant
put
root
seat
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Antonyms for entrench:
ascend
confuse
destroy
dig up
discourage
dislodge
disorganize
displace
dissuade
end
extract
get out
go
hurt
leave
let go
move
oust
prize
pry
refuse
remove
rise
root out
stay off
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