What does outstretched mean?
Outstretched means Extended or stretched out..
Outstretched
/aʊtˈstɹɛt͡ʃt/ · adjective
Meaning
Extended or stretched out..
Definitions by Sense
- Extended or stretched out.
- simple past and past participle of outstretch
Example Sentences
They ran towards each other with arms outstretched, and the credits rolled.
After Gervinho had been brilliantly denied an early shot on goal by Mats Hummels' outstretched boot, the German champions made a mockery of their fourth-seeding in this season's group-stage draw.
Synonyms for outstretched
Antonyms for outstretched
Related Words
Word Forms
- more outstretched
- most outstretched
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for outstretched?
Common synonyms include extended.
What is the opposite of outstretched?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use outstretched in a sentence?
They ran towards each other with arms outstretched, and the credits rolled.
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