Synonyms of kicks

kicks 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of kick

1

as in complains

to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely

he's been kicking all week about not getting the promotion

Synonyms & Similar Words

• complains
• screams
• whines
• moans
• growls
• mutters
• grumbles
• squeals
• cries
• whimpers
• worries
• hollers
• nags
• bitches
• wails
• squawks
• beefs
• keens
• inveighs
• yowls
• murmurs
• grouses
• gripes
• croaks
• bleats
• crabs
• kicks up a fuss
• bellyaches
• yammers
• whinges
• caterwauls
• repines
• grizzles
• protests
• kvetches
• fusses
• carps
• grumps
• yawps
• grouches
• maunders
• objects (to)
• quarrels (with)
• sobs
• quibbles
• laments
• blubbers
• stews
• bemoans
• deplores
• bewails
• frets
• cavils

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• takes
• delights
• rejoices
• accepts
• endures
• bears
• tolerates
• crows
• cheers
• applauds
• commends
• countenances

2

as in objects

to present an opposing opinion or argument

fiscal conservatives have already started to kick about the proposed program, claiming it will increase the state's deficit substantially

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objects
• protests
• complains
• whines
• takes exception
• demurs
• excepts
• takes issue
• expostulates
• remonstrates (with)
• sticks
• fights
• moans
• criticizes
• screams
• conflicts
• wrangles
• debates
• dares
• growls
• grumbles
• challenges
• balks
• quarrels
• hollers
• defies
• nags
• wails
• squawks
• disputes
• bitches
• beefs
• rebels
• squeals
• mutters
• disobeys
• keens
• withstands
• yowls
• quibbles
• squabbles
• grouses
• murmurs
• whimpers
• gripes
• demonstrates
• bleats
• croaks
• denounces
• hassles
• fusses
• crabs
• yammers
• bellyaches
• gags
• whinges
• caterwauls
• repines
• grizzles
• cavils
• grumps
• yawps
• censures
• grouches
• maunders
• carps

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• approves
• accepts
• follows
• agrees
• sanctions
• observes
• obeys
• maintains
• defends
• complies
• adheres
• supports
• conforms
• sustains
• minds
• advocates
• acquiesces
• cheers
• upholds
• assents
• accedes
• commends
• applauds
• champions

kicks

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noun

plural of kick

1

as in thrills

a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings

I get a kick out of downhill skiing

Synonyms & Similar Words

• thrills
• boots
• rushes
• bangs
• jollies
• wallops
• enjoyments
• jolts
• charges
• frissons
• titillations
• shocks
• pleasures
• lifts
• highs
• entertainments
• exhilarations
• buzzes
• joys
• surprises
• delights
• intoxications
• electrifications
• treats
• arousals
• fun
• amusements
• diversions
• delectations

2

as in joys

a source of great satisfaction

it was a kick for the parents to see their once-shy son star in a Broadway play

Synonyms & Similar Words

• joys
• treats
• delights
• feasts
• pleasures
• gases
• delectations
• mannas
• reliefs
• fun
• amusements
• recreations
• diversions
• gratifications
• entertainments
• comforts
• solaces
• indulgences
• ambrosias

3

as in objections

a feeling or declaration of disapproval or dissent

nowadays there seem to be few words in the dictionary that do not raise a kick from one person or another

Synonyms & Similar Words

• objections
• exceptions
• complaints
• protests
• stinks
• questions
• challenges
• criticisms
• fusses
• expostulations
• remonstrances
• difficulties
• demurs
• demurrers
• demurrals
• disputes
• doubts
• suspicions
• qualms
• quarrels
• dissents
• squabbles
• skepticism
• scruples
• compunctions
• quibbles
• misgivings
• censures
• misunderstandings
• arguments
• rebellions
• statics
• debates
• disobediences
• distrust
• mistrust
• niggles
• conflicts
• defiances
• reservations
• uncertainties
• reluctances
• dubitations
• cavils
• indeterminations
• misdoubts
• incertitudes
• dubieties
• hassles

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• sanctions
• approvals
• agreements
• acceptances
• assents
• acquiescences
• compliances
• obediences

4

as in collisions

a forceful coming together of two things

I felt a kick in my hands as the jackhammer came roaring to life

Synonyms & Similar Words

• collisions
• thumps
• jolts
• crashes
• impacts
• shocks
• slams
• blows
• slaps
• punches
• bumps
• knocks
• encounters
• strikes
• hits
• contacts
• concussions
• jounces
• jars
• impingements
• wallops
• smashes
• touches
• raps
• buffets
• lickings
• thrashings
• meetings
• bashings
• batterings

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of kicks

Verb

And if that wasn’t enough, a silver dancing Frozen Charlatan usually interrupts the set until White kicks him off, giving the audience a moment of light comedy. — Angie Martoccio, Rolling Stone, 16 July 2026

Argentina's forward #10 Lionel Messi kicks the ball during the Qatar 2022 World Cup final football match between Argentina and France at Lusail Stadium in Lusail, north of Doha on December 18, 2022. — Jennifer Elias, CNBC, 9 July 2026

Every 30 minutes, the wave pool kicks into gear to add a bit more excitement into the mix. — Will Barker, TheWeek, 9 July 2026

Pro kicks things off with its large 65-inch 4K screen that will easily become the centerpiece of your living room. — Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 9 July 2026

Paraguay upsets Germany in sudden-death penalty kicks Gustavo Gómez of Paraguay celebrates after José Canale converts the winning penalty in a penalty shootout against Germany on Monday. — Josh Feldman, NBC news, 30 June 2026

Mars moving into Gemini kicks you out of the hibernation phase and into full throttle action. — Usa Today, USA Today, 28 June 2026

Developed by Robbins specifically for Pompeo, Chicks follows Chickie (Pompeo) and Doreen, two estranged half-sisters who are both struggling to get by when their wise guy dad unexpectedly kicks the bucket. — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 25 June 2026

This ambrosial cocktail starts with the classic elements of a mimosa—orange juice and sparkling wine—but kicks the party up a notch with a splash each of gin and Lillet Blanc. — Ashlyn Ware, Midwest Living, 20 June 2026

Noun

Yamal already has 32 international caps, almost twice as many as Pele — the high watermark for teenage kicks — had at the same age. — Jack Lang, New York Times, 18 July 2026

The man questioned by police earlier allegedly appeared to throw 10 punches at the man on the ground and three knee strikes or kicks, according to the arrest reports. — Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 18 July 2026

France dominated the aerial game, regularly gaining territory and possession from kicks. — ABC News, 18 July 2026

The contest featured robots delivering punches, kicks and recovery moves, with some continuing to fight despite losing heads during bouts, highlighting advances in humanoid mobility, balance and impact resilience under competitive conditions. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 17 July 2026

Germany, a four-time world champion, lost a penalty shootout to Paraguay after a 1-1 draw, missing three spot kicks. — André Martin, Fortune, 16 July 2026

On the casual front, the athlete opts for kicks from Nike, namely Nike Cortez and the Tabi-esque split-toe Nike Air Rift. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 15 July 2026

My search for the quintessential everyday kicks ends with the Italian Leather and Suede Low Profile Sneakers. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 15 July 2026

The hottest game had ended early Saturday evening and after more than 90 minutes of elbows, shoves and kicks to the shin, the players on France and Paraguay were still hot. — Les Carpenter, Washington Post, 5 July 2026