Synonyms of fences

fences 1 of 2

noun

plural of fence

as in walls

a physical object that blocks the way

the only way to prevent motorists from trying to use that unsafe bridge is to put a fence across the road leading to it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• walls
• barriers
• barricades
• hedges
• obstacles
• chains
• blocks
• hurdles
• bumpers
• obstructions
• curbs
• palings
• roadblocks
• ramparts
• impediments
• dams
• deterrents
• hindrances
• bars
• handicaps
• interferences
• inhibitions
• encumbrances
• lets
• restraints
• shackles
• stumbling blocks
• clogs
• constraints
• fenders
• snags
• stops
• cushions
• trammels
• embarrassments
• buffers
• fetters
• pales
• bulwarks
• pads
• manacles
• hobbles
• crimps
• drags

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• doors
• gates
• entries
• doorways
• entrances
• portals
• entranceways
• entryways
• gaps
• breaks
• passes

fences

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of fence

as in protects

to drive danger or attack away from

had worked as a bodyguard, fencing a number of pop stars at big events

Synonyms & Similar Words

• protects
• defends
• shields
• guards
• safeguards
• wards
• bulwarks
• fends
• screens
• keeps
• secures
• covers
• forfends
• prevents
• walls
• stands up for
• saves
• wars
• preserves
• resists
• opposes
• withstands
• averts
• fights
• conserves
• pickets
• buffers
• contends
• battles
• palisades

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• attacks
• assaults
• assails
• storms
• overruns
• bombards
• yields
• besets
• submits
• besieges
• caves
• capitulates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fences

Noun

Slow, sectional removal is best for large shrubs near structures to prevent damage to patios, fences, or foundations. — Mary Marlowe Leverette, Southern Living, 5 July 2026

Often that means fences and other structures, but plants can also play a key role in a more secluded space. — Helena Madden, Martha Stewart, 3 July 2026

Since then, Emilie Kiser has been vocal on social media about water safety for children, urging parents to install pool fences and door alarms with working batteries, and ensuring children have swimming sessions. — Marlene Lenthang, NBC news, 3 July 2026

Fire-proofing strategies include using noncombustible materials in decks and fences, moving plants away from houses and limiting the use of certain beloved plants — like rosemary or junipers — because they are known to be flammable. — Martha Ross, Mercury News, 3 July 2026

The normally wide-open expanse at the city’s heart has been ringed with security fences for weeks, ahead of World Cup–viewing parties, the Great American State Fair, and the 250th event on July 4. — Shane Harris, The Atlantic, 3 July 2026

Tom Ayers, 34, was disappointed to find the fences already up on Monday. — Justine McDaniel, Los Angeles Times, 2 July 2026

Video shows Neil flopping his blubbery body around on the street, destroying fences and cuddling with traffic cones. — Julia Gomez, USA Today, 1 July 2026

The fire is moving so rapidly that authorities urged ranchers and residents to cut their fences so their animals might have a better chance of surviving. — Lauren Penington, Denver Post, 30 June 2026