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

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

When Schaesta Ama outs him and kicks him out of their home, Payam comes to Mansur’s aide (albeit temporarily) but does not invite him up into his caste for more than an afternoon. — Literary Hub, 11 Sep. 2026

And as the partnership kicks into gear, Salomon is focused on its big moment in Kona next year with an event at this year’s championship. — Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 10 Sep. 2026

The atom kicks itself out of the game The first problem is recoil. — Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 6 Sep. 2026

Noun

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

After a few kicks, the attackers finally gave up, leaving with the case of beer on the ground in front of me. — Joel Balsam, Travel + Leisure, 20 Sep. 2026

Your friendly neighborhood Lit Hub staff are getting our kicks this week from simple things. — Brittany Allen, Literary Hub, 18 Sep. 2026