Synonyms for

Antennas

Verb / æˈntenʌz / Another word for antennas — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Antennas are long, thin, sensitive organs on the head of insects, crustaceans, and some other animals, used for touching, feeling, and gathering information.

Synonyms & similar words

transmittingaerial aerial antenna feeler feelers sensors probes detectors whiskers radars receivers sensors aerials arrays dishes parabolas reflectors transceivers transmitters wires rods poles masts

Synonyms by register

Formal

appendage feeler sensor projection

Informal

feelers horns whiskers

Literary

feelers horns

Antonyms

base root foundation origin source bottom

Common collocations

  • insect antennas
  • radio antennas
  • telescopic antennas
  • car antennas
  • receive signals
  • extend antennas
  • retract antennas
  • pair of antennas

Word family

noun antenna
verb antennate

Usage note

The plural form 'antennae' is also common, particularly in more formal or scientific contexts. 'Antennas' is generally preferred for electrical devices.

Example sentences

  1. The ant's antennas helped it find the food.
  2. The crab's antennas were very long and thin.
  3. The robot's antennas could pick up signals from far away.
  4. The satellite's antennas were pointed towards Earth.
  5. The TV antenna on the roof helped us get better reception.

Quotes

  • "I've got antennas on my head and I'm feeling for you." - Prince
  • "I got my antennas tuned in to catch the signals and show you where to go." - Jimi Hendrix
  • "We have antennas for different purposes." - Carlos Ghosn

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