fasten

verb

How many syllables in fasten?

There are 2 syllables in the word fasten.

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Divide fasten into syllables:

fas · ten

How to pronounce fasten:

Definition of fasten:

fasten (verb):: cause to be firmly attached.; to close by fixing firmly in place or locking; to attach especially by pinning, tying, or nailing

Synonyms for fasten:

adhere

affix

anchor

attach

bandage

bar

belt

bend

berth

bight

bind

bitt

bolt

brad

brooch

buckle

button

cable

cast anchor

cement

chain

chock

cinch

clamp

clasp

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Antonyms for fasten:

abandon

abate

advocate

aid

allow

assist

bate

be immune

break

break apart

break off

break up

burst

clear

cleave

come apart

come off

come undone

confuse

crack

cut

cut off

damage

dawdle

decouple

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