termagant

The word “termagant” has 3 syllables: ter-ma-gant

It's pronounced as /ˈtɜr.mə.ɡənt/


What is synonym and antonym for termagant?

In the thesaurus, “termagant” has 26 synonyms.

Here are synonyms for termagant along with examples of usage in sentences.


Synonyms for termagant

Meanings of termagant

  • noun
    1. A quarrelsome, scolding woman, especially one who is old and shrewish.
    2. A boisterous, brawling, turbulent person, whether male or female.
  • adjective
    1. Quarrelsome and scolding or censorious; shrewish.

Example Sentences

  • The play featured a loud, domineering termagant who ruled the household.
  • He avoided the termagant neighbor who constantly shouted at everyone.
  • Critics described the character as a classic termagant, full of rage and noise.
  • The once-gentle teacher had become a feared termagant in her later years.
  • His novel includes a termagant aunt who controls the family with an iron will.

On this page you'll find 26 synonyms or another words to termagant, such as: battle-ax, battle-axe, belittler, carper, castigator, caviler, caviller.

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

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