harem
The word “harem” has 2 syllables: ha-rem
It's pronounced as /ˈhɛrəm/
What is synonym and antonym for harem?
In the thesaurus, “harem” has 18 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for harem along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for harem
- bagnio
- bawdy house
- bordello
- brothel
- call house
- cathouse
- concubines
- crib
- disorderly house
- massage parlor
- purdah
- seraglio
- serai
- serail
- sporting house
- stew
- whorehouse
- zenana
Meanings of harem
- noun
- The private part of an Arab household, traditionally forbidden to male strangers.
- A group of someone's girlfriends, wives and/or concubines in a polygamous household.
- A group of female animals (cows) herded and controlled by a male animal (bull) of that species for breeding purposes. Such behaviour is exhibited by bovids including cattle and buffalo as well as moose, elephants, seals, sea lions, baboons, and elephant seals.
- Any significant number of women together as a group; a bevy.
- A genre of anime and manga in which a man is the love interest of three or more women.
Example Sentences
- The sultan's harem was housed in a secluded wing of the palace.
- The documentary explored the history of the royal harem in ancient empires.
- He joked that his pets formed a little harem around him.
- The novel featured a mysterious character living within the harem.
- Tourists were fascinated by the ornate rooms once used as a harem.
On this page you'll find 18 synonyms or another words to harem, such as: bagnio, bawdy house, bordello, brothel, call house, cathouse, concubines.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.
Related Words
bagnio
- bawdy house
- bordello
- brothel
- call house
- cathouse
- crib
- den of iniquity
- disorderly house
- harem
- house of assignation
- house of ill fame
- house of ill repute
- house of prostitution
- house with red doors
- hummum
- massage parlor
- red-light district
- sauna
- seraglio
- sporting house
- stew
- sweat bath
- whorehouse