Synonyms for

Beard

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

Definition

A growth of hair on the chin and lower cheeks of a man's face.

Synonyms & similar words

facefungus whiskers byssus whiskers mustache goatee stubble scruff bristles fluff fuzz beaver shadow muttonchops sideburns

Synonyms by register

Formal

whiskers facial hair

Informal

stubble scruff five o'clock shadow

Literary

mane tuft

Antonyms

clean-shaven smooth-faced beardless hairless unbearded

Common collocations

  • full beard
  • short beard
  • long beard
  • trimmed beard
  • grey beard
  • bushy beard
  • goatee beard

Word family

noun beard
adjective bearded

Usage note

While 'beard' is the most common term, 'whiskers' can sometimes be used, though it often refers to animal facial hair. 'Facial hair' is a more general and formal term.

Example sentences

  1. He trimmed his beard before going to the wedding.
  2. The man had a thick beard that covered most of his face.
  3. She stroked her husband's beard as they sat on the couch.
  4. He used a comb to straighten his beard before leaving the house.
  5. Santa Claus is known for his long white beard.

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