Synonyms of harness

harness

verb

as in to use

to put into action or service

huge dams harness the power of water to produce electricity

Synonyms & Similar Words

• use
• utilize
• exploit
• apply
• employ
• operate
• exercise
• make use of
• draw on
• wield
• handle
• manipulate
• bring to bear
• work
• direct
• run
• reuse
• cannibalize
• recycle

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• ignore
• neglect
• misuse
• misapply

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of harness

The red planet doesn’t care to journey through this Water sign — given its introspective and emotional nature — but that doesn’t mean it can’t be harnessed correctly. — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 1 Aug. 2026

So harnessing the competitiveness and work rate which complemented a generational talent, the former striker went back to the drawing board with gritty determination. — Greg O'Keeffe, New York Times, 1 Aug. 2026

If harnessed, energy from nuclear fusion could produce an almost infinite source of power that emits no greenhouse gases, its supporters say. — Rob Nikolewski, San Diego Union-Tribune, 31 July 2026

Just the spirit of countercultural rebellion harnessed and inflamed. — Will Cady, SPIN, 30 July 2026