Synonyms for

Cats

Noun / kæts / Another word for cats — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Cats are small carnivorous mammals with fur, sharp claws, and whiskers.

Synonyms & similar words

cat cast purge honk qat caterpillar retch chuck guy hombre khat regorge vomit disgorge quat kat barf sick regurgitate ct upchuck spue bozo spew puke felines kittens tabbies tomcats pussies pumas cougars jaguars panthers leopards lynxes cheetahs lions tigers bobcats ocelots wildcats housecats strays

Synonyms by register

Formal

felines domestic cats

Informal

kitties pussycats moggies

Literary

familiars creatures of the night

Antonyms

dogs horses cows sheep pigs chickens

Common collocations

  • stray cats
  • house cats
  • alley cats
  • wild cats
  • pet cats
  • curiosity killed the cat
  • fat cat
  • cool cat

Word family

noun cat
verb cat
adjective catlike

Usage note

While 'cat' is a common noun, its plural 'cats' is also used metaphorically in phrases like 'fat cat' or 'cool cat', referring to people.

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Example sentences

  1. My cat likes to chase string.
  2. I saw a black and white cat walking down the street.
  3. The cat purred as I petted it.
  4. I heard a cat meowing outside my window last night.
  5. Cats are known for their independent personalities.

Quotes

  • I believe cats to be spirits come to earth. A cat, I am sure, could walk on a cloud without coming through. - Jules Verne
  • Time spent with cats is never wasted. - Sigmund Freud
  • Cats are connoisseurs of comfort. - James Herriot

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