KICKS Synonyms: 224 Similar and Opposite Words

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verb

present tense third-person singular of kick

as in complains

to express dissatisfaction, pain, or resentment usually tiresomely he's been kicking all week about not getting the promotion

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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

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kicks

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noun

plural of kick

as in thrills

a pleasurably intense stimulation of the feelings I get a kick out of downhill skiing

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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

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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

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as in collisions

a forceful coming together of two things I felt a kick in my hands as the jackhammer came roaring to life

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Recent Examples of kicks

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The sequence culminates in the Great Hall, where Ned kicks part of his broken cane to Colum, who stabs MacKinney in the leg. — Max Gao, HollywoodReporter, 5 Oct. 2026 Then again, Samantha’s age in the text effectively kicks her out of acceptable ranges for a YA novel, which typically features main characters between twelve and eighteen years old. — Literary Hub, 5 Oct. 2026 The new Experimental Single Barrel series kicks things off with a pair of reposados that is worth checking out. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 2 Oct. 2026 Brents, who had a knee injury surface this past week, was available to play his key role as the third cornerback in for nickel packages, going to the boundary while rookie Chris Johnson kicks inside to cover the slot. — David Furones, Sun Sentinel, 27 Sep. 2026 Jake Elliott kicks a 61-yard field goal as time expires to give the Philadelphia Eagles a 27-24 victory over the New York Giants. — Assistant Sports Editor, Los Angeles Times, 24 Sep. 2026 Here's what to know and how to prepare you and your family before the season's peak period kicks into high gear within the next three months. — Yi-Jin Yu, ABC News, 15 Sep. 2026 Read kicks this tale off with a meet-cute and an unconventional relationship, but finds authentic emotion and real social issues to power the characters’ journeys forward. — Katie Walsh, Variety, 14 Sep. 2026 The idea is apparently that 101 women will dress up like princesses and vie to be Mark’s girlfriend; once the situation becomes predictably awkward, Mark seemingly deems the night a bust and kicks everyone out. — Jeremy Gordon, The Atlantic, 14 Sep. 2026

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While the field-goal unit has mostly thrived, Evans has struggled with consistency, specifically directional placement of his kicks. — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026 Moore also returned kicks and punts for the team against the Browns; he was elevated from the practice squad ahead of game day. — Alex Zietlow, Charlotte Observer, 30 Sep. 2026 Woodring’s extra point kick, his fifth of the game, made the score 38-6 and set a new SEC record for most consecutive extra point kicks made without a miss (201). — Mike Griffith, AJC.com, 27 Sep. 2026 Armstrong had kicks of 37 and 27 yards before making a 54-yarder with 4 1/2 minutes left. — ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026 The dance number featured fast footwork, sharp kicks and a significant amount of attitude to amplify the intense choreography. — Alicia Urrea, Billboard, 23 Sep. 2026 The robot responds with a series of kicks and strikes before apparently sending him across the cage with a final kick. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 22 Sep. 2026 His research into the Patriots showing a reverse view of kicks behind the goal posts for visiting kickers was absolutely fascinating and has resulted in video board changes across the NFL this year. — Joe Kinsey Outkick, FOXNews.com, 22 Sep. 2026 His band turned the song into a headbanger’s delight; Jay remained steady and regal over the crunching guitar chords and cathartic drum kicks. — Hua Hsu, New Yorker, 21 Sep. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for kicks

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China is demanding the US ease export bans on high-tech goods, like chipmaking gear; the US bitterly complains about Chinese overproduction and transhipment.

— Andy Browne, semafor.com, 21 Sep. 2026
There’ll always be someone who doesn’t like it, who complains about it.

— Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of complains

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There is new photography by Chris Rhodes and Edward Rollitt, while guest artists, designers, photographers, cooks and collectors have been invited to share their work, tables and objects that matter to them.

— Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 6 Oct. 2026
The quest for real-life warp drives Einstein taught us that objects with mass can't accelerate through space beyond the speed of light, according to his theory of special relativity.

— Micah Hanks, Space.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of objects

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By having the courage to avoid ecstatic thrills and powerful peaks, Bowery Electric forces you to abide with the sound and absorb it without being able to do anything with it.

— Sadie Sartini Garner, Pitchfork, 4 Oct. 2026
One of life’s greatest thrills is watching wildlife in its natural habitat.

— Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 23 Sep. 2026

Definition of thrills

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According to the report, the two commissioners questioned the legality of some of the decisions, but Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar disregarded their objections.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 Oct. 2026
But such a decision may not be based on a school district’s objections to the ideas expressed in the books.

— Susan Farrell, The Conversation, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of objections

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Nearly 300 people are killed every year in traffic crashes in the city, with speed serving as the leading factor in the collisions.

— Summer Lin, Los Angeles Times, 1 Oct. 2026
Now researchers analyzing data from those collisions have seen an unexpected signal that offers new clues about how the cosmic transition happened eons ago.

— Clara Moskowitz, Scientific American, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of collisions

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Set the scene The Homestead screams quirky, artful, and vintage yet restored—capturing a whimsical, fairytale ambiance embellished with hints of Southern charm.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026
The issue, of course, stems from the sound of rider screams from the coaster drifting into the residential area.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of screams

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Copycat protests sprang up in other major Indian cities—Kolkata, Mumbai and Patna—lending the Gen Z protests the aura of a nationwide youth resistance that would humble Modi and force his education minister to resign.

— Asim Ali, Time, 1 Aug. 2026
Protest Passion Project The Climb was first unveiled by Beta Cinema at the European Film Market in February 2022, with Delevingne (Carnival Row) attached as a daredevil climber who protests against oil drilling in the Arctic by ascending The Shard.

— Jake Kanter, Deadline, 3 June 2026