Synonyms for

Frog

Verb / frɑ:g / Another word for frog — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a tailless amphibian with a broad head, long hind legs for leaping, and a smooth or warty skin

Synonyms & similar words

gaul toad salientian toadfrog batrachian anuran toad croaker bullfrog leaper jumper hopper amphibian anuran batrachian frogs ribbit

Synonyms by register

Formal

anuran batrachian

Informal

hopper leaper

Literary

croaker pond-dweller

Antonyms

mammal bird reptile insect fish lizard snake

Common collocations

  • green frog
  • tree frog
  • jumping frog
  • frog legs
  • frog spawn
  • frog croak
  • frog in throat

Word family

noun frog
verb frogmarch

Usage note

While 'frog' is the common term, 'anuran' and 'batrachian' are more scientific classifications. 'Frog in my throat' is a common idiom.

Example sentences

  1. The frog leaped onto the lily pad.
  2. I caught a frog and put it in a jar.
  3. Frogs love to eat insects.
  4. The pond was full of croaking frogs.
  5. The frogs skin was slimy to the touch.

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