Synonyms of clinch

clinch 1 of 2

verb

as in to decide

to make final, definite, or beyond dispute

the rain clinched the matter: we would have the party indoors

Synonyms & Similar Words

• decide
• settle
• determine
• prove
• clarify
• define
• establish
• ensure
• secure
• nail
• insure
• assure
• show
• demonstrate
• specify
• nail (down)
• finish
• end
• state
• affirm
• illuminate
• conclude
• stipulate
• clear (up)

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• confuse
• muddy
• unsettle
• muddle

• confuse
• muddy
• unsettle
• muddle

clinch

2 of 2

noun

as in hug

Synonyms & Similar Words

• hug
• embrace
• foothold
• grab
• footing
• toehold
• leverage
• seizure
• purchase
• anchorage
• grasp
• clench
• clasp
• grip
• hold
• grapple
• handhold
• handgrip

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• release
• relinquishment

• release
• relinquishment