Definitions

hug

[huhg] / hʌg /

NOUN

embrace

Synonyms

STRONGEST

embrace

STRONG

affection caress clasp clinch lock squeeze

WEAK

bear hug tight grip

Antonyms

WEAK

push release

VERB

hold close, cling to

Synonyms

STRONGEST

cling to

STRONG

cherish clasp clinch cradle cuddle embrace enfold envelop grasp lock love nestle nurse press receive retain seize squeeze welcome

WEAK

be near to bear hug enbosom fold in arms follow closely hold on to keep close lie close stay near take in one's arms

Antonyms

STRONG

free give let go offer reject release turn away

WEAK

push away

Example Sentences

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When I open the door to her, Auntie Nina sweeps me into a big hug.

From Literature

Pilot Mike Cairns leaned forward to hug Sue as she and the dogs climbed inside.

From Literature

"We hugged and we said to each other: 'we're going to be wise, don't do anything foolish.'"

From Barron's

Colombian singer Karol G wowed fashionistas with a sea foam green sheer dress that hugged her curves.

From Barron's

Fellow Brit Yungblud gave Sharon Osborne a big hug on the red carpet ahead of his performance in tribute to the late Black Sabbath star.

From BBC