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BARE-KNUCKLE Synonyms

There are 6 synonyms of the word bare-knuckle. (exact relations)
There are 8 hypernyms of the word bare-knuckle. (close relations)

Best Alternative Words for BARE-KNUCKLE

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fisticuffs
nounn
noun

• a fight with bare fists

• fighting with the fists

pugilistic
adjectiveadj
adjective

• of or relating to pugilism or pugilists

unarmed
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective

• (used of persons or the military) not having or using arms

• (used of plants or animals) lacking barbs or stings or thorns

hand-to-hand
adjectiveadj
adjective satellite

• being at close quarters

bare-knuckled
adverb, adjectiveadv, adj
adjective satellite

• characterized by disorderly action and disregard for rules

rough-and-tumble
adjectiveadj
noun

• disorderly fighting

adjective satellite

• characterized by disorderly action and disregard for rules

Best Hypernyms For BARE-KNUCKLE

Here is a list of related hypernyms for bare-knuckle, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (8)
brawl clash combat conflict confrontation fighting scuffle struggle

Alternatives for FISTICUFFS

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