Synonyms for

Fin

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

Definition

a flattened appendage on various parts of the body of aquatic animals, used for swimming or balance.

Synonyms & similar words

quint pentad v breakwater phoebe fivesome five tailfin louvre flipper littlephoebe quintuplet louver quintet cinque flipper paddle wing dorsal tail fluke flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper flipper

Synonyms by register

Formal

appendage extremity projection

Informal

tail flipper

Literary

wing sail

Antonyms

beginning front head start forepart prow

Common collocations

  • dorsal fin
  • tail fin
  • pectoral fin
  • anal fin
  • fin whale
  • fin rot
  • fin and tonic
  • fin stroke

Word family

noun fin
verb fin
adjective finned

Usage note

The word 'fin' can refer to a part of a fish, a part of an aircraft or vehicle, or a type of dance move. Ensure context clarifies the intended meaning.

Example sentences

  1. The fish's fin helped it swim through the water.
  2. The shark's fin was visible above the water.
  3. The dolphin used its fin to jump out of the water.
  4. The whale's fin was as big as a person.
  5. The penguin's fins helped it swim in the cold water.

Quotes

  • "A shark's not a fish. It's a shark." -Fin, Shark Tale
  • "I don't think you're ready for this jelly." -Destiny's Child, "Bootylicious"
  • "I am Iron Man." -Tony Stark, Iron Man

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words