Synonyms of shaft

shaft

noun

ˈshaft 

1

as in beam

a narrow sharply defined line of light radiating from an object

shafts of late-afternoon sunlight pierced the blinds and streaked the floor

Synonyms & Similar Words

• beam
• ray
• laser
• sunbeam
• spotlight
• moonbeam
• sunburst

2

as in spear

a weapon with a long straight handle and sharp head or blade

the footmen set their shafts so as to form a bank of steel against the enemy's charging cavalry

Synonyms & Similar Words

• spear
• javelin
• lance
• pike
• dart
• pikestaff
• spike
• halberd
• trident
• halbert
• harpoon
• leister
• gaff

3

as in injustice

unfair or inadequate treatment of someone or something or an instance of this

the homeowners who were bought out are convinced they got the shaft in that deal

Synonyms & Similar Words

• injustice
• wrong
• injury
• offence
• inequity
• unfairness
• insult
• raw deal
• unjustness
• disservice
• slight
• offense
• beef
• slur
• indignity
• affront
• outrage
• grievance
• complaint
• put-down

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• equity
• justice
• fairness
• equitableness
• cricket

Examples of shaft in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

So the commission is really interested in investments that involve methane capture and then injection into the grid and methane emissions reductions from ventilation shafts and other activities. —Tax Notes Staff, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024

Architectural Details of the Flatiron Building Exterior Design Greek columns, showing a base, shaft, and capital. —Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 26 Sep. 2024

This pair has a tall shaft that keeps calves warm, and the chunky platform heel gives you some lift. —Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 20 Sep. 2024

Meanwhile, your scalp is slightly acidic and your hair shaft is acidic. —Sherri Gordon, Health, 14 Oct. 2024