Synonyms for

Jew

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

Definition

A member of the people and cultural community whose traditional religion is Judaism and who trace their origins to the ancient Hebrew people of Israel.

Synonyms & similar words

hebrew jew israelite Hebrew Israelite Yahudi Yid Israelitish Israelitic Judaic Judahite Semite Zionist Ashkenazi Sephardi Mizrahi Hebraic Hebrew-speaking Jewess Jewish

Synonyms by register

Formal

Israelite Hebrew co-religionist

Antonyms

gentile pagan heathen outsider non-believer

Common collocations

  • Jewish people
  • Jewish culture
  • Jewish community
  • Jewish tradition
  • Jewish faith
  • Jewish history
  • Jewish law
  • Jewish holidays

Word family

noun Jew
adjective Jewish

Usage note

The term 'Jew' can be used neutrally, but it is also sometimes used as a slur. It is important to be aware of the context and potential connotations. 'Jewish' is generally preferred when referring to people, culture, or religion in a broader sense.

Example sentences

  1. My neighbor is a jew and he celebrates Hanukkah.
  2. Many jews live in Israel.
  3. My parents took me to a jewish temple to learn about the religion.
  4. The jews have a rich history and culture.
  5. The jews have many traditions and customs.

Quotes

  • The jews are a peculiar people: Things permitted to other nations are forbidden to the jews. - David Ben Gurion
  • The jews have a secret weapon in their struggle with the Arabs - Noam Chomsky
  • The jews are a funny people. They work so hard, they never rest, they never stop, they're always on the go. - Woody Allen

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