Definitions and Examples of push, shove
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
Exert force on (someone or something) in order to move them away from oneself.
Example
He had to push the heavy cart up the hill.
Push (someone or something) roughly.
Example
He shoved his way through the crowd to get to the front.
Key Differences: push vs shove
- 1Push is a general term that describes exerting force away from oneself.
- 2Shove is a more specific term that describes pushing someone or something roughly.
Effective Usage of push, shove
- 1Directional Instructions: Use pull and push to give directions for opening doors, drawers, or windows.
- 2Physical Activities: Incorporate antonyms in sports or exercise routines to describe movements effectively.
- 3Conflict Resolution: Use these antonyms to describe opposing actions in conflicts or disagreements.
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Remember this!
The antonyms have distinct nuances: Push conveys exerting force away from oneself, while shove denotes pushing someone or something roughly. Use these words to give directional instructions, describe physical activities, or resolve conflicts by describing opposing actions.
