KISSES Synonyms: 60 Similar and Opposite Words

kisses

verb

present tense third-person singular of kiss

as in cuddles

to touch one another with the lips as a sign of love it's traditional for couples to kiss under the mistletoe at Christmastime

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as in brushes

to pass lightly across or touch gently especially in passing a gentle breeze kissing the water's surface

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Recent Examples of kisses Generations of new pop starlets have referenced her most iconic looks on the red carpet, or paid homage to her infamous Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera kisses on stage. — Larisha Paul, Rolling Stone, 16 Sep. 2026 On June 8, Sara took to Instagram to commemorate the special occasion with a series of images featuring her and Noah sharing kisses and cozying up together. — Emily Kelleher, InStyle, 14 Sep. 2026 Rather than saying it back, Ricky kisses him for the first time — only for Coach Hudson to walk in and Chad to quickly hide his face. — Lexi Carson, HollywoodReporter, 10 Sep. 2026 Olive actually kisses professor Adam Carlsen (Tom Bateman) — who accepts her proposal to fake date. — Entertainment Weekly, 26 Aug. 2026 Trees blow in the breeze, birds chirp, and the dappled sunlight kisses our skin as six of us observe the chef and snap photos during our outdoor mayonnaise-making class. — Lauren David, Travel + Leisure, 22 Aug. 2026 Her character, Eleven, kisses her best friend Mike Wheeler (Finn Wolfhard). — Zoey Lyttle, PEOPLE, 19 Aug. 2026 The cast celebrated with selfies taken on digital cameras, kisses, hugs, and smiles, showing a chemistry that bodes well for their onscreen performances. — Alessia Amorosini, Vanity Fair, 30 July 2026 From the achingly cool entrance that frames the stretch of private beach in front, to the half-moon infinity pool that perfectly kisses the ocean beyond it, island living doesn’t get much better, much freer, than this. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 28 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for kisses

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In the social media post, the 90-year-old enthusiastically cuddles the pup and pets her softly.

— Kimberlee Speakman, PEOPLE, 27 Aug. 2026
Photos from the day showed passengers, airport staff and flight attendants meeting the puppies and giving them cuddles — a welcome sight for anyone passing through.

— Samantha Agate, Kansas City Star, 22 Apr. 2026

Definition of cuddles

Verb

The Princess Diaries star smiles, caresses her belly, then ducks out of the frame.

— Redazione People, Vanity Fair, 19 June 2026
Those of us with a penchant for fashion have managed—not without effort—to put aside the knowing glances, caresses, and hugs to take in every detail of the look.

— Arancha Gamo, Glamour, 7 June 2026

Definition of caresses

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There have been plenty of family snuggles, though, which helped make the exhaustion easier to handle.

— Breanne L. Heldman, PEOPLE, 25 June 2026
This affectionate boy adores people, thrives on human attention and will happily lean in for pets, snuggles or just to be close.

— Maryanne Dell, Oc Register, 25 Apr. 2026

Definition of snuggles

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Quince’s Bella Stretch pants feature a classic ankle length, a soft cotton-denim blend that hugs the body, and a flattering high-rise waist.

— Mariana Best, PEOPLE, 7 Sep. 2026
The track itself hugs the hillside between the park’s upper and lower lots and offers stunning views of the surrounding valley.

— Eve Chen, USA Today, 25 Aug. 2026