Synonyms for rub Found 9 synonyms across 4 meanings for “rub”. an unforeseen obstacle (noun) hang-uphitchsnag the act of rubbing or wiping (noun) wipe cause friction (verb) frayfretchafescratch scrape or rub as if to relieve itching (verb) itch Explore Related Words Rhymes with rubSynonyms for hang-upSynonyms for hitchSynonyms for snagSynonyms for wipeSynonyms for fray Synonym Finder | Rhyme Finder | Poetry Editor