Synonyms for

Barry

Verb / ˈbæri: / / ˈberi: / Another word for barry — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Barry is a first name for boys and means 'fair-haired' or 'spear'.

Synonyms & similar words

Barrie Barrett Barron Baran Bardric Barnabas Barnaby Barnard Barney Baron Baruch Basil Bayard Beau Beaufort Ben Benjamin Bennett Benson Bentley

Synonyms by register

Formal

uproar tumult commotion disturbance

Informal

racket din hullabaloo kerfuffle

Literary

clamor brouhaha pandemonium

Antonyms

calm quiet peaceful serene tranquil still

Common collocations

  • loud barry
  • awful barry
  • terrible barry
  • deafening barry
  • barry and noise
  • barry of sound
  • constant barry

Word family

noun barry
verb barry

Usage note

Barry is an onomatopoeic word that describes a loud, prolonged, and often unpleasant noise. It is less common than 'noise' or 'sound' and often implies a chaotic or overwhelming auditory experience.

Example sentences

  1. Barry is a good name for a boy.
  2. I met Barry at the park.
  3. Barry has blonde hair.
  4. Barry likes to play basketball.
  5. Barry's favorite color is blue.

Quotes

  • Barry Bonds was a great baseball player.
  • Barry White had an amazing voice.
  • Barry Allen is the Flash.

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