Synonyms of slits

slits 1 of 2

noun

plural of slit

as in tears

a long deep cut

made a slit in the fabric about nine inches long

Synonyms & Similar Words

• tears
• incisions
• scratches
• fractures
• lacerations
• slashes
• gashes
• injuries
• rents
• rips
• wounds
• scores
• scrapes
• abrasions
• cracks
• ruptures
• snags

slits

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of slit

as in slices

to penetrate with a sharp edge (as a knife)

I slit my finger open while cleaning up the broken glass

Synonyms & Similar Words

• slices
• slashes
• rips
• cuts
• bruises
• stabs
• pierces
• shears
• incises
• gashes
• splits
• chops
• tears
• scissors
• crosscuts
• saws
• notches
• cleaves
• severs
• lacerates
• chips
• sections
• carves
• butchers
• rives
• haggles
• hacks
• rends
• dissects
• mangles
• hacksaws
• chisels
• minces
• dices
• cuts off
• anatomizes
• amputates

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of slits

Noun

Female cicadas can cause minor damage to trees by creating slits in branches, leading to browning or drooping tips. — Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 15 Aug. 2026

Side slits encourage airflow on hot, sticky days, and there are two for stashing small essentials. — Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026

Its stretchy, lightweight fabric and slits that reach above the knee keep you cool and comfortable. — Brooke Knappenberger, PEOPLE, 12 Aug. 2026

Franco-Swedish sportswear brand Ron Dorff took a healthy dollop of ‘80s inspiration to design its Exerciser shorts, which feature a short length with rounded slide slits. — Eric Twardzik, Robb Report, 10 Aug. 2026

But the Jack-o’-Lantern’s telltale gills, or long, deep slits under the cap, will set you straight, since the chicken of the woods has pores underneath instead. — Katie Hill, Outdoor Life, 6 Aug. 2026

Its three-dimensional skirt jutted out from the hips, while giant slits put Theron’s legs on full display. — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 30 July 2026

Leg slits offer more breathability and comfort for shorter wearers. — Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 July 2026

His mother, who spent time in jail and rehab due to drug addiction, testified Colt repeatedly damaged their home, broke TVs and cut slits into furniture. — Devon M. Sayers, CNN Money, 11 July 2026