Synonyms for

Cheetah

Verb / ˈtʃi:tʌ / Another word for cheetah — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A cheetah is a wild cat with yellow fur and black spots that can run very fast.

Synonyms & similar words

acinonyxjubatus chetah leopard panther jaguar tiger lion lynx puma cougar wildcat bobcat ocelot caracal catamount felid feline predator hunter stalker

Synonyms by register

Formal

Acinonyx jubatus

Informal

speed demon blur streak

Literary

swift hunter king of speed

Antonyms

slowpoke sluggard snail turtle tortoise lethargic inactive

Common collocations

  • fastest land animal
  • spotted cat
  • hunting cheetah
  • cheetah cub
  • cheetah conservation
  • cheetah sprint
  • cheetah speed

Word family

noun cheetah

Usage note

The word 'cheetah' is primarily used as a noun referring to the specific animal. It is not commonly used metaphorically for speed in everyday conversation, though it can be in literary contexts.

Example sentences

  1. The cheetah can run up to 70 miles per hour.
  2. The cheetah's spots help it blend in with the grass.
  3. Cheetahs are carnivores and eat meat.
  4. A cheetah's tail helps it balance when it runs.
  5. The cheetah's scientific name is Acinonyx jubatus.

Quotes

  • 'The cheetah is renowned for being the fastest animal on land.' - Richard Branson
  • 'You can't outrun a cheetah if you're jogging.' - Jim Fowler
  • 'Cheetahs are not only the fastest animals on Earth, but also one of the most vulnerable.' - Luke Dollar

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