Synonyms for
Bullets
Definition
a small metal projectile that is fired from a gun
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Antonyms
Common collocations
- fire bullets
- dodged bullets
- bullet train
- bullet point
- bullet hole
- bulletproof vest
- bulletproof glass
Word family
Usage note
While 'bullet' can refer to the projectile itself, it is often used metonymically to represent gunfire or the act of shooting. 'Bulleted' is commonly used to describe lists formatted with bullet points.
Example sentences
- The soldier loaded his gun with bullets before going into battle.
- The detective found a bullet casing near the victim's body.
- The hunter used a shotgun to shoot the bird with pellets.
- The bank robber pointed his gun at the teller and demanded all the cash in the drawer.
- The bulletproof vest protected the police officer from getting shot.
Quotes
"We do not need guns and bombs to bring peace, we need love and compassion." - Mother Teresa
"I don't like the word 'bulletproof.' The idea that a single piece of armor could make you invincible to bullets is a dangerous idea." - Peter W. Singer
"A bullet can't be recalled. A life can't be recalled. But a bullet can bring a life down." - John Edgar Wideman