Synonyms for

Harem

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

Definition

A harem is a group of women who are the wives and concubines of a polygamous man.

Synonyms & similar words

hareem serail seraglio seraglio zenana concubines wives mistresses polygamy polygyny hetaerae odalisques courtesans paramours favorites sweethearts lovers beloveds darlings pets girlfriends

Example sentences

  1. The sultan had many wives in his harem.
  2. The women in the harem were not allowed to leave the palace.
  3. The harem was a place of luxury and comfort for the women.
  4. The harem was guarded by eunuchs to protect the women.
  5. The harem was a symbol of the sultan's power and wealth.

Quotes

  • The harem was the real center of the Ottoman government, in a way unknown in any other country of that time. - Lord Kinross
  • The harem was the sultan's private domain, a place of luxury and indulgence. - Kate Williams
  • The harem was both a symbol of the sultan's power and a source of his weakness. - John Freely

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