287 Synonyms for Tear: rip, incise, gash

tear (287 synonym found)

Tear has 287 synonyms. The top synonyms for tear are rip, incise, gash, rend, rupture, rive, storm, rent and 279 more. Another word for tear is rip. Browse the full list below.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a synonym for tear?

A common synonym for tear is rip. Other synonyms include incise, gash, rend, rupture.

How many synonyms does tear have?

Tear has 287 synonyms listed on Thesaurasize.

What does tear mean?

(v): to rend (a solid material) by holding or restraining in two places and pulling apart, whether intentionally or not; to destroy or separate; (followed by off or out) To remove by tearing Example:

Definition of tear:

(v) : to rend (a solid material) by holding or restraining in two places and pulling apart, whether intentionally or not; to destroy or separate; (followed by off or out) To remove by tearing

"tear the coupon out of the newspaper."

(n) : a hole or break caused by tearing; a drop of clear, salty liquid produced from the eyes by crying or irritation

"a small tear is easy to mend, if it is on the seam."

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