English Synonym Finder

clinch

Definitions

To confirm or settle a matter decisively.

To hold someone or something tightly, especially in a struggle or embrace.

To fasten or secure a nail or bolt by bending the protruding point.

Examples

The team managed to clinch the championship title with a last-minute goal.

After hours of intense negotiation, they were finally able to clinch the business deal.

Synonyms

settle seal secure conclude fasten embrace grapple

Antonyms

release unfasten loosen detach free open separate