Synonyms for

Herd

Verb / hɜ:d / Another word for herd — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A herd is a group of animals that live together or are kept together by humans, especially cows, sheep, or goats.

Synonyms & similar words

crowd ruck flock pack group drove gang company team band collection assembly crowd horde throng mob swarm array mass cluster clump batch

Synonyms by register

Formal

flock gathering assemblage throng

Informal

crowd bunch gang pack

Literary

multitude host swarm

Antonyms

individual loner solitary outcast maverick rebel

Common collocations

  • herd mentality
  • herd behavior
  • herd immunity
  • herd animals
  • a herd of cattle
  • lead the herd
  • follow the herd

Word family

noun herd
verb herd

Usage note

While 'herd' can refer to any group of animals, it is most commonly associated with cattle. As a verb, it implies guiding or driving a group, often with a sense of control or direction.

Example sentences

  1. The farmer has a herd of cows.
  2. The shepherd led his herd of sheep to the pasture.
  3. The zookeeper fed the herd of elephants.
  4. The herd of deer ran through the forest.
  5. The rancher managed a large herd of cattle.

Quotes

  • A herd of elephants is a majestic sight.
  • The herd instinct is still inherent in humanity.
  • It is better to lead than to follow the herd.

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