Brandish

B2 16+
Synonyms Antonyms Collocations Idiomatic Expressions

Synonyms of brandish

exhibit
display
flourish

Antonyms of brandish

hide
conceal
suppress

Collocations of brandish

brandish a weapon
Frequency: 80 %

The robber was arrested for brandishing a weapon in public.

brandish a sword
Frequency: 70 %

The knight brandished his sword before charging into battle.

brandish a flag
Frequency: 60 %

The protesters brandished flags as they marched through the streets.

brandish a trophy
Frequency: 50 %

The winning team proudly brandished their trophy in front of their fans.

brandish a wand
Frequency: 40 %

The magician brandished his wand and cast a spell on the audience.

Idiomatic Expressions for brandish

  • Phrase: brandish one's power
    Meaning: to openly display or demonstrate one's authority or influence
    Usage: The dictator brandished his power by making sweeping changes to the country's laws.