sperm

The word “sperm” has 1 syllable: sperm

It's pronounced as /spɜːrm/


What is synonym and antonym for sperm?

In the thesaurus, “sperm” has 5 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

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


Synonyms for sperm

  • male gamete
  • male reproductive cell
  • seed
  • semen cell
  • sperm cell

Antonyms for sperm

  • egg cell
  • female gamete
  • female reproductive cell
  • oocyte
  • ovum

Meanings of sperm

  • noun
    1. The reproductive cell or gamete of the male; a spermatozoon.
    2. Semen; the generative substance of male animals.
    3. Sperm oil; whale oil from a sperm whale; spermaceti.
  • verb
    1. To ejaculate.
    2. To ejaculate on or into.

Example Sentences

  • The sperm fertilizes the egg to begin the process of reproduction.
  • A microscope is needed to observe a single sperm cell.
  • The doctor checked the patient’s sperm count during the fertility test.
  • Healthy sperm are essential for successful conception.
  • The study focused on factors that can damage human sperm.

On this page you'll find 10 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to sperm, such as: egg cell, female gamete, female reproductive cell, male gamete, male reproductive cell, oocyte, ovum.

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