Synonyms for

Gall

Verb / gɔ:l / Another word for gall — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

bile, especially that of an animal; bitterness of spirit; something bitter or cruel

Synonyms & similar words

cheekiness irk saddlesore insolence freshness bitterness impudence bile impertinence chafe rancour rancor fret crust resentment bitterness resentment spite malice hatred rancor animosity hostility venom acrimony poison choler anger ire rage wrath fury indignation outrage exasperation

Synonyms by register

Formal

audacity nerve impertinence insolence

Informal

chutzpah brass cheek guts moxie

Literary

boldness temerity effrontery

Antonyms

kindness modesty humility reserve shyness timidity

Common collocations

  • sheer gall
  • utter gall
  • gall and wormwood
  • gall to say
  • have the gall
  • what gall
  • a gall to

Word family

noun gall
verb gall

Usage note

Often used to express disapproval of someone's boldness or impudence. Can also refer to a bitter or irritating substance or feeling.

Example sentences

  1. The gall of that person to speak to me like that!
  2. His comments were filled with so much gall.
  3. The bitter taste in my mouth was like gall.
  4. The doctor found stones in the patient's gallbladder.
  5. Her gall and spiteful behavior made her very unpopular.

Quotes

  • A man's own self is his friend. A man's own self is his foe.
  • The greatest remedy for anger is delay.
  • There is no revenge so complete as forgiveness.

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