slacken
How many syllables in slacken?
There are 2 syllables in the word slacken.How to pronounce slacken:
Definition of slacken:
- slacken:
- The past tense of Slacken is slackened.
Synonyms for slacken:
slack
slow down
slow up
weaken
Antonyms for slacken:
brace
contract
firm up
flex
increase
knot
pull tight
screw up
stiffen
straighten
strain
stretch
tauten
tense
tense up
tension
tighten
tighten up
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