CRAMPS Synonyms: 156 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun (1)

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plural of cramp

as in contractions

a painful sudden tightening of a muscle I was suddenly awakened by a cramp in my leg

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noun (2)

plural of cramp

as in obstacles

something that makes movement or progress difficult an antismoking ordinance that was seen as just another cramp on business by bar owners

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verb

present tense third-person singular of cramp

as in hinders

to create difficulty for the work or activity of having to constantly entertain guests at the summer cottage was really cramping my writing efforts

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Recent Examples of cramps

Noun

In the prodromal phase, infected people have vague flu-like symptoms, often fever, fatigue, headache, body aches, abdominal cramps, and gastrointestinal disturbances. —

ArsTechnica, 8 May 2026 The Star spoke to former KU guard Elmarko Jackson about Peterson’s full-body cramps at the NCAA Tournament. —

Shreyas Laddha, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2026 In some cases, people can experience heat exhaustion and have muscle cramps, nausea, weakness and cold or clammy skin, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. —

Hali Smith, Idaho Statesman, 8 May 2026 Ian Fray, who left the game with leg cramps, has been undergoing treatment for leg discomfort and did not train Friday. —

Michelle Kaufman may 8, Miami Herald, 8 May 2026 Greek Yogurt Greek yogurt is an effective food for relieving muscle cramps. —

Oluseun Olufade, Verywell Health, 8 May 2026 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, most people with salmonella infection have watery diarrhea that might have blood or mucus and stomach cramps that can be severe. —

Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 7 May 2026 The most common side effects of TEPEZZA include muscle cramps or spasms, nausea, hair loss, diarrhea, feeling tired, high blood sugar, hearing problems, taste changes, headache, dry skin, ear discomfort, weight loss, nail problems, and changes in menstruation. —

Emily Cegielski, Flow Space, 6 May 2026 Most people infected with salmonella typically experience diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps, with symptoms usually starting 6 hours to 6 days after swallowing the bacteria, according to the CDC. —

Michele Laufik, Martha Stewart, 30 Apr. 2026

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Vast terrain hinders search The immediate area in Stewart County where the search is currently contained is covered with big trees and steep hills, as well as snakes and ticks, according to the sheriff.

— Emma Tucker, CNN Money, 6 May 2026
The anti-caking coating that prevents cheese from sticking together also hinders cheese from blending or melting into other foods with ease.

— Josh Miller, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026