Synonyms for

Body

Verb / ˈbɑ:di: / Another word for body — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The physical structure, including the bones, flesh, and organs, of a person or an animal.

Synonyms & similar words

deadbody consistency eubstance torso physicalstructure personify trunk soundbox consistence organicstructure form structure corpse trunk mass figure frame physique build shape flesh hull container torso outline silhouette volume constitution makeup anatomy

Synonyms by register

Formal

corpus physicality substance

Informal

frame bod physique

Literary

form clay vessel

Antonyms

spirit mind soul essence abstract disembodied

Common collocations

  • body of work
  • body of evidence
  • human body
  • body language
  • body of water
  • body politic
  • body of knowledge

Word family

noun body
verb embody
adjective bodily

Usage note

The word 'body' can refer to the physical structure of a person or animal, or to a collection of things. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. My body is tired after playing outside all day.
  2. I wash my body with soap in the shower.
  3. The doctor checked my body to make sure I was healthy.
  4. I need to take care of my body by eating healthy food and getting enough sleep.
  5. The animals have different bodies depending on their species.

Quotes

  • The human body is the best picture of the human soul. - Ludwig Wittgenstein
  • A healthy body is a guest-chamber for the soul; a sick body is a prison. - Francis Bacon
  • The body achieves what the mind believes. - Unknown

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