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Meaning of clinched
The primary meaning of the word "clinched" is to settle or secure something firmly or decisively.
Etymology of clinched
The word "clinched" originated from the Old English word "clenchian" or "clenchan", which means to fasten or fix tightly, and is related to the Old Norse word "klengja", which means to bind or fasten.
Historically, the word was used to describe the act of fastening or securing something with a clamp, clip, or other device.
Synonyms
settled
secured
confirmed
established
fixed
determined
decided
resolved
finalized
concluded
closed
completed
finished
done
accomplished
achieved
attained
gained
won
acquired
obtained
got
made
nailed
sewn
fastened
tightened
shut
locked
guaranteed
ensured
assured
certain
sure
firm
stable
steady
secure
tight
compact
compressed
contracted
condensed
consolidated
united
joined
linked
connected
attached
affixed
anchored
moored
berthed
docked
anchored
fast
immovable
unshakeable
indisputable
unquestionable
irrefutable
undeniable
incontestable
uncontested
unchallenged
Definitions
- To settle or secure something firmly or decisively
- * To fasten or fix something tightly
- * To decide or determine something finally or conclusively
Usage Examples
- The boxer clinched the title with a knockout in the final round
- * The company clinched the deal with a successful presentation
- * The hikers clinched the rope to prevent it from slipping
Antonyms
opened
loosened
released
freed
unleashed
untied
unfastened
unsecured
unstable
uncertain
unsure
unsteady
unfirm
weak
loose
slack
relaxed
detached
separated
disconnected
unlinked
unattached
unfixed
unmoored
unanchored
unguaranteed
uncertain
questionable
refutable
disputable
contestable
challenged
vulnerable
exposed
susceptible