What is the Opposite(Antonym) of “swap”?

The Opposite(Antonym) of “swap”

The antonyms of swap are keep and hold on to. The antonyms keep and hold on to convey the opposite meaning of swap, which is to exchange something with someone else.

Explore all Antonyms of “swap”

• keep
• hold on to

Definitions and Examples of keep, hold on to

Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!

keep

To retain possession of something; not give it away or exchange it.

Example

I decided to keep my old phone instead of swapping it for a new one.

hold on to

To keep something in your possession; not let go of it.

Example

She always holds on to sentimental items, even if she doesn't use them anymore.

Key Differences: keep vs hold on to

• 1. Keep implies that you want to retain possession of something and not give it away or exchange it.
• 2. Hold on to implies that you want to keep something in your possession and not let go of it.

Effective Usage of keep, hold on to

• 1. Instructing: Use keep or hold on to to tell someone to not give away or exchange something.
• 2. Negotiating: Use swap and its antonyms to negotiate a deal or trade.
• 3. Describing: Use keep or hold on to to describe someone's behavior or attitude towards possessions.

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Remember this!

The antonyms of swap are keep and hold on to. Keep implies retaining possession, while hold on to implies not letting go. Use these words to instruct, negotiate, or describe someone's attitude towards possessions.