Stroked

Pronunciation: /ˈstroʊkt/

Stroked (verb)

  1. To move your hand gently over something, usually to show care or affection.
  2. To make a line or mark on a surface using a tool like a pen or brush.

Examples

  • The cat stroked the soft blanket with its paw.
  • He stroked a line across the paper with a pencil.

Common collocations: gently stroked, stroked the surface, stroked the drawing, stroked the outline

Synonyms of Stroked

Neutral

Antonyms of Stroked

  • opposite of gentle touch, implies force
  • a harsh, sudden action contrasting with stroking