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child

The word “child” has 1 syllable: child

It's pronounced as /tʃaɪld/

What is synonym and antonym for child?

In the thesaurus, “child” has 108 synonyms and 34 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for child along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for child

Antonyms for child

Meanings of child

  • noun
    1. A person who has not yet reached adulthood, whether natural (puberty), cultural (initiation), or legal (majority).
    2. (specifically) A female child, a girl.
    3. (with possessive) One's direct descendant by birth, regardless of age; a son or daughter.
    4. The thirteenth Lenormand card.
    5. A figurative offspring, particularly:.
    6. A child of noble birth.
    7. The cognomen given to the oldest son prior to his taking his father's title.
  • verb
    1. To give birth; to beget or procreate.

Example Sentences

  • Every child deserves access to quality education.
  • The child was excited to start the new school year.
  • She held her child closely in the crowded place.
  • Each child learns at a different pace.
  • The program is designed to support every child in the community.

On this page you'll find 142 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to child, such as: adolescent, adult, afterclap, aftereffect, afterglow, aftermath, aftershock.

Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.

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