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feet of clay

The phrase “feet of clay” has 3 syllables: feet of clay

It's pronounced as /ˌfit əv ˈkleɪ/

What is synonym and antonym for feet of clay?

In the thesaurus, “feet of clay” has 27 synonyms and 10 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for feet of clay

Antonyms for feet of clay

  • excellence
  • goodness
  • integrity
  • merit
  • morality
  • perfection
  • probity
  • rectitude
  • righteousness
  • virtue

Meanings of feet of clay

  • noun
    1. In someone apparently strong and without failings, a hidden weakness which could lead to downfall.

Example Sentences

  • Many admired the hero until they discovered his feet of clay.
  • Even the greatest leaders can have feet of clay hidden from the public eye.
  • The biography revealed the artist’s feet of clay, shocking his fans.
  • She struggled to accept that her idol also had feet of clay.
  • It’s disappointing when someone you respect turns out to have feet of clay.

On this page you'll find 37 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to feet of clay, such as: blemish, blot, corruption, deficiency, demerit, depravity, dereliction.

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failing

failings

want

wants

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