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Definitions

cramp

[kramp] / kræmp /
NOUN
muscle spasm
Synonyms
STRONGEST
ache constipation contraction convulsion pain stiffness twinge
STRONG
circumscription confinement crick hindrance impediment kink obstruction pang restriction stitch stricture
WEAK
charley horse shooting pain
Antonyms
STRONGEST
comfort ease health
STRONG
aid assistance freedom help promotion support
VERB
hinder, restrain
Synonyms
STRONGEST
clog constrain hamper hinder restrain shackle
STRONG
check circumscribe clamp confine encumber fasten grip hamstring impede inhibit limit object obstruct restrict stymie thwart
WEAK
bottle up box up coop up
Antonyms
STRONGEST
free let go
STRONG
aid allow assist encourage forward help liberate loosen open promote release support unfasten unlock

Example Sentences

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"I just hate giving up," added the Spaniard after overcoming cramp and battling back from a 5-3 deficit in the deciding set against Zverev.

From Barron's • Jan. 31, 2026

"It was hot today, I started to cramp a little bit in the third set," he said.

From Barron's • Jan. 24, 2026

British junior Hollie Smart was among the early starters and had to retire from her first-round match after also suffering cramp.

From BBC • Jan. 24, 2026

The Germany international scored a goal on his debut against Wolves but was substituted in the second half after struggling with cramp.

From Barron's • Oct. 24, 2025

By the time I caught up, my arms and legs were starting to cramp.

From "Flush" by Carl Hiaasen

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.