Synonyms for

Daughter

Verb / ˈdɔ:tɜ: / Another word for daughter — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a female child in relation to her parents

Synonyms & similar words

boy son girl girl offspring child miss lass maiden daughterly girlie girlish sweetheart princess angel

Synonyms by register

Formal

offspring progeny

Informal

kid girl

Literary

maiden lass

Antonyms

son father parent male child boy lad

Common collocations

  • only daughter
  • elder daughter
  • youngest daughter
  • proud daughter
  • loving daughter
  • doting father
  • daughter and son

Word family

noun daughter

Usage note

Daughter specifically refers to a female child. It is the direct antonym of son.

Example sentences

  1. My daughter is my best friend.
  2. I love spending time with my daughter.
  3. Her daughter is the cutest baby I've ever seen.
  4. She has two daughters and a son.
  5. My daughter is growing up so fast!

Quotes

  • A daughter is a miracle that never ceases to be miraculous...full of beauty and forever beautiful...loving and caring and truly amazing. – Deanna Beisser
  • A daughter may outgrow your lap, but she will never outgrow your heart. – Unknown
  • A daughter is someone you laugh with, dream with, and love with all your heart. – Unknown

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