Synonyms for

Hunting

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

Definition

the activity of searching for wild animals or game to capture or kill for food, sport, or profit

Synonyms & similar words

search trackdown run trace hunt huntdown hound fishing trapping shooting pursuit chasing stalking tracking searching quest foraging scavenging raiding harvesting slaughtering butchering snaring netting angling hawking

Synonyms by register

Formal

pursuit tracking chasing stalking

Informal

chasing game going after the hunt

Literary

the chase sport foray

Antonyms

farming gathering cultivating ranching herding agriculture

Common collocations

  • big game hunting
  • bird hunting
  • deer hunting
  • fox hunting
  • hunting season
  • hunting lodge
  • hunting dog
  • hunting trip

Word family

noun hunt
verb hunt
adjective hunting
adverb huntedly

Usage note

While 'hunting' often refers to the pursuit of wild animals for sport or food, it can also be used metaphorically for searching for something intensely. Be mindful of the connotations, as hunting can be a controversial topic.

Example sentences

  1. We went hunting for rabbits in the forest.
  2. Deer hunting is a popular sport in our area.
  3. The hunter tracked the bear through the woods.
  4. My uncle goes hunting for elk every year.
  5. The tribe relied on hunting for their food.

Quotes

  • Hunting is not a sport. In a sport, both sides should know they're in the game. - Paul Rodriguez
  • Hunting is a form of meditation for me. - Dave Canterbury
  • Hunting is not a hobby. It's a way of life. - unknown

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