G-RATED Synonyms: 180 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ˈjē-ˈrā-təd

as in pure

free from any trace of the coarse or indecent the comic's G-rated routine is something that the whole family can enjoy

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grated

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verb

past tense of grate

as in annoyed

to disturb the peace of mind of (someone) especially by repeated disagreeable acts unintentionally or not, you say rude things that grate people

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as in scratched

to pass roughly and noisily over or against a surface the sled grated along the bare pavement

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as in gritted

to press or strike against or together so as to make a scraping sound he grated the pieces of metal together

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Recent Examples of G-rated

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Divide grated Gruyere cheese and bacon evenly among muffin cups. —

Cathy Thomas, Oc Register, 13 Apr. 2026 The end of Malone’s 10-year Nuggets tenure was abrupt and awkward, as his voice grew stale in the locker room and his intense personality grated on players, as team and league sources detailed to The Denver Post last year. —

Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 7 Apr. 2026 Remove sauce from heat and mix in 2 garlic cloves, finely grated, and pasta, then gently fold in reserved leeks. —

Rebecca Firkser, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Mar. 2026 Place grated zucchini in a colander set over a bowl. —

Laura McLively, Mercury News, 9 Mar. 2026 Use vegetables not for bulk but as bold flavor flourishes—grated, blitzed, or shaved—to finish off a dish. —

Chadwick Boyd, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Feb. 2026 The cloud of cream cheese over the top is light as air, weighed down with a heap of Parmesan cheese grated so finely the curls disappear on your tongue. —

Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 19 Feb. 2026 They can also be blended into soups or dips, grated or chopped into salads and slaws, and even pickled for a bright, tangy pop of flavor in sandwiches or wraps. —

Sarah Bradley, Health, 16 Feb. 2026 Sprinkle remaining 1/2 cup grated Parmesan on top. —

Gretchen McKay, Twin Cities, 11 Feb. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for G-rated

Adjective

My reaction was pure confusion, sarcasm, and not ill-intended.

— Wesley Stenzel, Entertainment Weekly, 12 Apr. 2026
Sitting at a baby grand piano, Mars prompted swoons with his delivery of the lyrics, his pure voice holding notes with the same muscularity as early in the show.

— Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 11 Apr. 2026