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harpies

The word “harpies” has 2 syllables: har-pies

It's pronounced as /ˈhɑrpiz/

What is synonym and antonym for harpies?

In the thesaurus, “harpies” has 42 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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

Synonyms for harpies

Antonyms for harpies

  • prey
  • preys

Meanings of harpies

  • noun
    1. A fabulous winged monster, ravenous and filthy, having the face of a woman and the body of a vulture.
    2. A shrewish woman.
    3. One who is rapacious or ravenous; an extortioner.
    4. The European moor buzzard or marsh harrier (Circus aeruginosus).
    5. A large and powerful double-crested, short-winged American eagle (Harpia harpyja).

Example Sentences

  • The legend described terrifying harpies swooping down from the cliffs.
  • In ancient myths, harpies were feared as agents of punishment.
  • The artist painted dark, winged harpies circling above the shipwreck.
  • Stories of harpies often symbolized chaos and vengeance.
  • The fantasy novel featured harpies guarding the entrance to a hidden realm.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to harpies, such as: battle-axes, belittlers, bloodsuckers, buzzards, carpers, castigators, cavilers.

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

Related Words

hags

railers

vampires

  • bloodsuckers
  • buzzards
  • destroyers
  • devourers
  • exploiters
  • harpies
  • kites
  • leeches
  • predators
  • sharks
  • spongers
  • sponges
  • users
  • vultures
  • wolves

kites

viragoes

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