intercepted

VERB

head off; interrupt

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ambush arrest block catch cut off deflect hijack prevent seize stop take away

STRONG

appropriate check curb hinder interlope interpose obstruct shortstop take

WEAK

cut in head off at pass make off with

Antonyms

STRONGEST

allow encourage free give let go release

STRONG

aid assist help keep permit promote refuse reject

WEAK

abet forward

Example Sentences

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Lasers’ narrower footprints reduce the area they can be intercepted from, but they require precision.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

The U.S. military said Thursday that Iran launched attacks at U.S. warships transiting the Strait of Hormuz and American forces intercepted the threats.

From Barron's • May 8, 2026

They were among about 175 activists detained when Israeli forces intercepted 22 boats in international waters near Greece.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

He thought of the grizzly bear his mother had intercepted at the edge of the woods.

From "The Son of Neptune" by Rick Riordan