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harpy

The word “harpy” has 2 syllables: har-py

It's pronounced as /ˈhɑrpi/

What is synonym and antonym for harpy?

In the thesaurus, “harpy” has 41 synonyms and 1 antonym.

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

Synonyms for harpy

Antonyms for harpy

  • prey

Meanings of harpy

  • 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 warned sailors of the fearsome harpy guarding the island.
  • She was described as a cruel harpy in the old tale.
  • The sculpture depicted a winged harpy with sharp claws.
  • In mythology, a harpy often symbolized vengeance and punishment.
  • The story's villain was compared to a screeching harpy.

On this page you'll find 42 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to harpy, such as: battle-ax, battle-axe, belittler, bloodsucker, buzzard, carper, castigator.

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