Extricate Meaning

/ˈɛks.tɹɪ.keɪt/
C1

Definition, CEFR level C1, pronunciation, examples, and quiz.

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Definition

verbTo free, disengage, loosen, or untangle.

verbTo free from intricacies or perplexity.

Sentence Examples

Elias wanted to successfully extricate himself out of the system.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms:
untangle
Antonyms:
None
CEFR Practice Quiz
Rescuers worked for hours to ____ the driver from the wreckage.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The firefighters worked hard to ____ the driver from the wreckage of the car after the crash.

Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Latin extrīcātus, past participle of extrīcō. Compare intricate.

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CEFR Practice Quiz
Rescuers worked for hours to ____ the driver from the wreckage.
CEFR Practice Quiz (Alternate)
The firefighters worked hard to ____ the driver from the wreckage of the car after the crash.

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