yenta
The word “yenta” has 2 syllables: yen-ta
It's pronounced as /ˈjɛntə/
What is synonym and antonym for yenta?
In the thesaurus, “yenta” has 39 synonyms.
Here are synonyms for yenta along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for yenta
- Nosey Parker
- Nosy Parker
- Paul Pry
- backseat driver
- betrayer
- blabbermouth
- busybody
- butt-in
- buttinsky
- circulator
- eavesdropper
- fink
- fussbudget
- gossip
- gossiper
- gossipmonger
- informant
- informer
- inquisitive person
- intermeddler
- intruder
- libeler
- meddler
- newsmonger
- quidnunc
- rubberneck
- scandalmonger
- sidewalk superintendent
- snitcher
- snoop
- snooper
- squealer
- stool pigeon
- tale-teller
- talebearer
- tattler
- tattletale
- telltale
- troublemaker
Meanings of yenta
- noun
- A woman who meddles in the business of others; a busybody; a female gossipmonger.
- (Jewish) A matchmaker; a woman who specializes in finding spouses.
Example Sentences
- The neighborhood yenta always knows the latest gossip before anyone else.
- She's often referred to as the local yenta because she's constantly meddling in other people's affairs.
- The family reunion wouldn't be complete without Aunt Ruthie, the resident yenta.
- The town's yenta has a knack for matchmaking and has successfully paired up several couples.
- Don't tell her your secrets, she's a notorious yenta who can't keep anything to herself.
On this page you'll find 39 synonyms or another words to yenta, such as: Nosey Parker, Nosy Parker, Paul Pry, backseat driver, betrayer, blabbermouth, busybody.
Make sure to choose synonyms and antonyms that are appropriate for the context of the sentence.