Synonyms for

Bear

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

Definition

a large, furry animal with a big nose, sharp claws and teeth, and a short tail

Synonyms & similar words

endure gestate birth acquit contain conduct assume stomach tolerate stickout deport comport abide support yield deliver turnout pay wear haveabunintheoven givebirth takeover have expect carry grizzly polar koala teddy bruin cub mammal ursine sow boar hug endure tolerate stand support carry wear assume take maintain

Synonyms by register

Formal

carry transport convey endure tolerate

Informal

handle deal with take on manage

Literary

sustain undergo brave

Antonyms

shirk avoid evade dodge sidestep eschew

Common collocations

  • bear the brunt
  • bear in mind
  • bear witness
  • bear fruit
  • bear a resemblance
  • bear the cost
  • bear the weight
  • bear arms

Word family

noun bear
verb bear
adjective bearish

Usage note

The verb 'bear' can mean to carry or support, or to endure or tolerate. It is also used in phrases like 'bear in mind' (remember) and 'bear witness' (testify).

Example sentences

  1. The bear is sleeping in its cave.
  2. I saw a bear at the zoo.
  3. I don't like to bear the cold weather.
  4. I can't bear to be away from my family.
  5. The mother bear is protecting her cubs.

Quotes

  • The best place to seek God is in a garden. You can dig for him there. - George Bernard Shaw
  • Bears are just about the only mass killers worth rooting for. - Jim Harrison
  • There is no such thing as bad weather, only inappropriate clothing. - Sir Ranulph Fiennes

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