Synonyms for

Clifford

Verb / ˈklɪfɜ:d / Another word for clifford — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Clifford is a name of English origin that means 'ford near a cliff'.

Synonyms & similar words

Cliff Ford Rocky Ridge Precipice Bluff Promontory Crag Escarpment Headland Steep Height Cliffside Scarp Hill Mount Elevation Peak Pinnacle Summit

Common collocations

  • Clifford the Big Red Dog
  • Clifford's house
  • Clifford's adventures
  • Clifford's friends
  • Clifford's owner
  • Clifford the dog

Word family

noun Clifford

Usage note

Clifford is primarily known as the name of a fictional giant red dog from children's books and television. It is not a common English word with standard antonyms or synonyms.

Example sentences

  1. Clifford is a big red dog.
  2. I saw Clifford at the park today.
  3. Clifford loves to play fetch.
  4. Clifford's favorite color is red.
  5. I read a book about Clifford.

Quotes

  • A dog is the only thing on earth that loves you more than he loves himself. - Josh Billings
  • The better I get to know men, the more I find myself loving dogs. - Charles de Gaulle
  • Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole. - Roger Caras

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