jailbirds

The word “jailbirds” has 2 syllables: jail-birds.

It's pronounced as /ˈdʒeɪlˌbɜrdz/.


What is synonym and antonym for jailbirds?

In the thesaurus, “jailbirds” has 36 synonyms and 2 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for jailbirds

  • bandit
  • blackmailer
  • captive
  • convict
  • convicts
  • criminal
  • crook
  • culprit
  • delinquent
  • desperado
  • detainee
  • felon
  • fugitive
  • gangster
  • hoodlum
  • hooligan
  • hostage
  • inmates
  • juvenile delinquent
  • lawbreaker
  • lowlife
  • marauder
  • miscreant
  • mobster
  • offender
  • outcast
  • pariah
  • pickpocket
  • prisoner
  • prisoners
  • racketeer
  • robber
  • scofflaw
  • suspect
  • thug
  • wrongdoer

Antonyms for jailbirds

  • law
  • police

Meanings of jailbirds

  • noun
    1. A prisoner or an ex-prisoner.

Example Sentences

  • The local pub was often filled with tales from the reformed jailbirds about life behind bars.
  • Gossip spread like wildfire through the small town as rumors circulated about the newfound freedom of the notorious jailbirds.
  • A support group was formed to help integrate the released jailbirds back into society.
  • The community was skeptical about the rehabilitation of the group of jailbirds seeking a fresh start.
  • News of the charitable initiative to provide employment opportunities for former jailbirds gained traction in the media.

On this page you'll find 38 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to jailbirds, such as: bandit, blackmailer, captive, convict, convicts, criminal, crook.

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