Synonyms for

Eagles

Verb / ˈi:gʌlz / Another word for eagles — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Eagles are large birds of prey with a hooked beak and strong claws, known for their keen eyesight and powerful flight.

Synonyms & similar words

birdofjove doublebirdie eagle hawks falcons vultures ospreys kites buzzards harriers owls condors buteos caracaras

Synonyms by register

Formal

raptors predators birds of prey

Informal

big birds flying hunters

Literary

kings of the sky feathered sovereigns sky lords

Antonyms

sparrows pigeons chickens ducks wrens finches

Common collocations

  • bald eagle
  • golden eagle
  • eagle eye
  • eagle's nest
  • soar like an eagle
  • eagle has landed
  • eagle wings

Word family

noun eagle
verb eagle

Usage note

The word 'eagle' is primarily used to refer to large birds of prey. As a verb, 'to eagle' means to achieve a score of two under par on a single hole in golf.

Example sentences

  1. The eagles are building their nest on top of the tree.
  2. The bald eagle is the national bird of the United States.
  3. I saw a pair of eagles hunting for fish by the river.
  4. The golden eagle is one of the largest birds of prey.
  5. The eagle's eyesight is eight times stronger than that of humans.

Quotes

  • The eagle has no fear of adversity. We need to be like the eagle and have a fearless spirit of a conqueror! - Joyce Meyer
  • The eagle has landed. - Neil Armstrong
  • The eagle suffers little birds to sing. - William Shakespeare

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