Synonyms for

Iron

Verb / ˈaɪɜ:n / Another word for iron — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

brandingiron castiron press fe ironout atomicnumber smoothingiron Steel Metal Ironwork

Synonyms by register

Formal

ferrous metallic

Informal

tough strong hard

Literary

steel adamant

Antonyms

soft weak flexible pliable yielding gentle

Common collocations

  • iron fist
  • iron will
  • cast iron
  • iron ore
  • iron filings
  • iron lung
  • iron bar
  • iron gate

Word family

noun iron
verb iron
adjective iron
adverb ironly

Usage note

As a noun, 'iron' refers to the metal. As a verb, it means to press clothes with an iron. Be mindful of its metaphorical use to denote strength or inflexibility.

Example sentences

  1. 1. The blacksmith forged the iron into a sword.
  2. 2. The bridge is made of iron and steel.
  3. 3. The iron gate was rusty and hard to open.
  4. 4. The weightlifter lifted the iron bar with ease.
  5. 5. The iron mine is located in the mountain.

Quotes

  • 1. "Iron rusts from disuse; water loses its purity from stagnation... even so does inaction sap the vigor of the mind." - Leonardo da Vinci

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