Encrusts means to cover or coat something with a hard outer layer or crust. Some antonyms for this word can be exposed, uncovered, accessible, free, and clear. Encrusts imply a layer that covers and hides the true identity of the object, while antonyms like exposed and uncovered suggest that the object is in its true form, visible, and not concealed. Similarly, antonyms like accessible and free imply that the object is easy to reach and not hindered by any obstacles, whereas encrusts may cause difficulty in accessing the object due to the hard outer layer. Lastly, the antonym clear may indicate that there is no layer or obstruction on the object, giving a clear view of the object's original form.