Synonyms for

Babes

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

Definition

Babes means a term of endearment for a baby or a young child or an attractive or charming woman.

Synonyms & similar words

babe infant sister baby baby infant tot youngster child charmer beauty doll cutie sweetheart hottie siren belle lovely stunner temptress vixen seductress flirt coquette

Synonyms by register

Formal

infants newborns children toddlers

Informal

kids little ones youngsters tykes

Literary

cherubs little dears wee ones

Antonyms

adults men women elders seniors grown-ups

Common collocations

  • cute babes
  • sleeping babes
  • hungry babes
  • crying babes
  • innocent babes
  • helpless babes
  • mother and babes

Word family

noun babe
adjective babyish

Usage note

Primarily used to refer to very young children, especially infants. Can sometimes be used informally to refer to attractive young women, but this usage can be considered objectifying or dated.

Example sentences

  1. The babes in the nursery were sleeping peacefully.
  2. I saw a group of babes playing in the park.
  3. She is a real babe with a charming personality.
  4. He loves to take care of his little babe sister.
  5. The swimwear model looked like a beach babe.

Quotes

  • "I don't think I'm a sex symbol or a babe." - Ann Bancroft
  • "I'm not a babe, I'm a pig." - Courtney Love
  • "I'm just a babe in the woods." - Scott Baio

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