Synonyms of cradled

cradled

verb

past tense of cradle

1

as in clung

Synonyms & Similar Words

• clung
• grabbed
• clamped
• clasped
• gripped
• hugged
• enfolded
• held
• enveloped
• grasped
• encircled
• embraced
• entwined
• wrapped
• crushed
• bear-hugged
• folded
• locked
• strained
• enclasped
• nuzzled
• cuddled
• snuggled
• patted
• twined
• nestled
• embosomed
• stroked
• fondled
• bosomed
• petted
• enwound

2

as in nurtured

Synonyms & Similar Words

• nurtured
• cultivated
• attended
• watched
• taught
• fostered
• instructed
• reared
• educated
• fathered
• mothered
• trained
• fed
• ministered (to)
• supplied
• cared (for)
• disciplined
• schooled
• nursed
• nourished
• bred
• brought up
• mentored
• tutored
• raised
• enlightened
• minded
• provided (for)
• forwarded
• promoted
• prepared
• indoctrinated
• edified
• guided
• led
• advanced
• furthered
• showed
• shepherded
• directed

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• abused
• ignored
• mistreated
• mishandled
• maltreated
• neglected
• injured
• hurt
• ill-treated
• ill-used
• harmed