Synonyms for

Infant

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

Definition

a very young child, especially one who has not yet begun to walk or talk

Synonyms & similar words

babe baby baby newborn toddler child babe cherub sprog tot youngster minor offspring progeny issue youngling poppet nipper munchkin

Synonyms by register

Formal

neonate babe child

Informal

baby kiddo little one

Literary

babe urchin

Antonyms

adult elder senior grown-up mature person

Common collocations

  • infant mortality
  • infant care
  • infant development
  • infant formula
  • newborn infant
  • premature infant
  • infant school

Word family

noun infant
adjective infantile

Usage note

While 'infant' technically refers to a child up to one year old, it is often used more broadly to describe very young children. 'Infantile' is often used to describe behavior considered childish or immature.

Example sentences

  1. The infant was crying because he was hungry.
  2. The mother held her infant close.
  3. The infant giggled at the sight of a toy.
  4. The father rocked his infant to sleep.
  5. The infant learned to crawl before walking.

Quotes

  • A baby is an angel whose wings decrease as his legs increase.
  • Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it's what you want before you commit.
  • The only creatures that are evolved enough to convey pure love are dogs and infants.

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