Synonyms for

Kitty

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

Definition

a small domesticated carnivorous mammal with soft fur, a short snout, and retractile claws. It is widely kept as a pet or for catching mice, and many breeds have been developed.

Synonyms & similar words

pool pussy pussycat pot kitten jackpot kittycat puss cat feline puss pussy tabby tomcat kitten mouser whiskers claws meow purr scratch housecat moggy stray siamese

Synonyms by register

Formal

feline domestic cat

Informal

puss moggy cat

Literary

kitten cubs

Antonyms

adult cat dog predator enemy rival

Common collocations

  • stray kitty
  • lost kitty
  • cute kitty
  • playful kitty
  • sick kitty
  • mother kitty
  • baby kitty

Word family

noun kitty
adjective kittenish

Usage note

Kitty is an informal and affectionate term for a young cat or kitten. It is generally not used for adult cats in formal contexts.

Example sentences

  1. I have a kitty named Fluffy.
  2. The kitty chased a mouse.
  3. I love playing with my kitty.
  4. The kitty has sharp claws.
  5. My kitty likes to curl up on my lap.

Quotes

  • I wish I could write as mysterious as a cat. - Edgar Allan Poe
  • Time spent with a cat is never wasted. - Colette
  • Cats can work out mathematically the exact place to sit that will cause most inconvenience. - Pam Brown

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