Synonyms of cinched

cinched

verb

past tense of cinch

as in ensured

to make sure, certain, or safe

the team's latest victory cinches a trip to the play-offs

Synonyms & Similar Words

• ensured
• assured
• guaranteed
• secured
• insured
• iced
• guarantied
• promised
• certified
• vouched
• attested
• witnessed
• warranted
• pledged
• swore

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• weakened
• undermined
• enfeebled

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of cinched

Each player wears a thin black belt which is cinched tightly around the waist with one flag attached to each hip. — Staff Photographer, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026

Mercato tote bag Inspired by a spacious shopper, this leather tote can be worn with the sides cinched or open. — Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 28 Oct. 2026

In Brazil, the leftist incumbent in his 80’s cinched a stunning come-from-behind win. — Greg Dixon, NPR, 26 Oct. 2026

The backless dress, from the brand’s spring/summer ‘27 collection, was totally bare down the sides and included ruched fabric that cinched at her hips. — Juliana Ukiomogbe, InStyle, 21 Oct. 2026

The rest of Lopez’s look included a matching long-sleeve brown top and pencil skirt cinched with a belt. — Jaden Thompson, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

The couple wore matching suites, with Cameron’s cinched at the waist, featuring a white tie and draping cape, while David accessorized his ivory look with a silk scarf. — Janey Wetzel, PEOPLE, 24 Sep. 2026

For instance, a very slender friend of ours had come to get one more hole punched in her belt by Susie and was now walking around chatting with people, her belt cinched nice and tight. — Lydia Davis, New Yorker, 10 Sep. 2026