Synonyms of gnaw

gnaw

verb

ˈnȯ 

as in to erode

to consume or wear away gradually

time has gnawed that author's reputation to the point where he rates little more than a footnote

Synonyms & Similar Words

• erode
• eat
• corrode
• bite (at)
• destroy
• nibble
• fret
• decompose
• disintegrate
• ruin
• dissolve
• wreck
• waste
• break down
• break up
• decimate
• devastate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• restore
• renew
• revive
• refresh
• regenerate
• freshen
• revitalize
• recreate
• rejuvenate
• refreshen

Examples Sentences

Recent Examples of gnaw

Tyson, the 58-year-old heavyweight legend who retired nearly two decades ago, hobbled around the ring and gnawed his glove anxiously, only occasionally returning fire. —Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 20 Nov. 2024

In the marketplace, there’s an impressive array of plush toys with baguettes, French fries and hot dogs for your pets to gnaw on to their heart’s content. —Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 4 Nov. 2024

The dog bit and gnawed on Bates’ scalp, the lawsuit alleges, and ignored Bates’ and Rezentes’ attempts to halt the attack. —Salvador Hernandez, Los Angeles Times, 20 Nov. 2024

When they are allowed to thrive in large populations, termites have an incredible capacity to gnaw through huge amounts of vegetation in no time. —Scott Travers, Forbes, 26 Sep. 2024

Phrases Containing gnaw

• gnaw (on)