Synonyms for

Indians

Verb / ˈɪndi:ʌnz / Another word for indians — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Indians are people who are native to or descended from the indigenous peoples of North America.

Synonyms & similar words

amerind redindian americanindianlanguage amerindianlanguage indian americanindian aboriginals tribes nations clans folk residents locals natives autochthones autochthonous autochthonic autochthonal autochthon aborigines indigenes nonimmigrants

Synonyms by register

Formal

indigenous peoples native inhabitants aboriginal peoples first nations

Informal

natives locals tribespeople

Literary

sons of the soil original dwellers

Antonyms

outsiders strangers foreigners nonnatives immigrants settlers

Common collocations

  • Native Americans
  • American Indians
  • American Indian tribes
  • Indian reservations
  • Indian culture
  • Indian history
  • Indian country

Word family

noun Indian
adjective Indian

Usage note

The term 'Indian' can be considered outdated or offensive by some, as it was a misnomer applied by European colonists. 'Native American' or specific tribal names are often preferred.

Example sentences

  1. The Indians hunted and fished for their food.
  2. The Indians had their own language and culture.
  3. The Indians lived in teepees or longhouses.
  4. The Indians had a deep respect for nature.
  5. The Indians used bows and arrows for hunting.

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