Synonyms for

Chimera

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

Definition

Chimera is a mythological creature with the body parts of different animals.

Synonyms & similar words

chimera chimaera monster creature hybrid beast abomination freak mutant Frankenstein monstrosity oddity aberration anomaly mixture combination crossbreed mash-up composite fantasy legend myth

Example sentences

  1. The monster in the movie was a chimera, with the head of a lion, body of a goat, and tail of a serpent.
  2. The scientist created a chimera by mixing the DNA of different animals.
  3. The chimera was a popular mythical creature in ancient Greek legends.
  4. I read a book about a chimera that could breathe fire.
  5. The children imagined a chimera with wings and horns.

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  • Creativity is a wild mind and a disciplined eye. - Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
  • The world is full of magic things, patiently waiting for our senses to grow sharper. - W.B. Yeats
  • You must be the change you wish to see in the world. - Mahatma Gandhi

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