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

Her bodycon mermaid skirt was covered in diagonal rows of slits, exposing glimpses of her legs, hips, and butt. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 1 July 2026

Enter, this chic and minimalist two-piece set from Missactiver, which includes a tube top with side-slits and button closures and high-rise shorts with pockets. — Sophie Dodd, Travel + Leisure, 1 July 2026

This adorable colorblock set looks like a flowy mini dress from the front, but side slits just below the waistline let the shorts peek through. — Kenedee Fowler, Southern Living, 26 June 2026

The cap-sleeve tee has pintucked pleats across the chest, side slits, and a subtly relaxed fit. — Jamie Allison Sanders, PEOPLE, 17 June 2026

The original creator opted to piece her garland together by cutting identical slits in the bottom and top of each strip, then sliding them together to create a chain. — Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 29 May 2026

Featuring a billowing tank with deep side slits and matching straight-leg pants, this is the perfect set to pack for your summer vacation. — Morgan Evans, Condé Nast Traveler, 26 May 2026

Crafted from 100% silk, the piece drapes with fluidity, while the dramatic arm slits create movement in a way that feels almost costume-like, set for a movie. — Tiana Randall, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026

Cut several small slits in top crust. — Leah Eskin, Midwest Living, 15 May 2026