Synonyms for

Mom

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

Definition

Mom is a word used to refer to ones mother.

Synonyms & similar words

mama mum mamma mommy mammy mummy ma momma mother mama ma mommy mummy momma parent caretaker guardian nurturer mater mommykins momster momzilla momsy mom-in-chief mum

Synonyms by register

Formal

mother matriarch

Informal

ma mama mommy mummy

Literary

mater progenitor

Antonyms

father dad parent male parent paternal figure

Common collocations

  • my mom
  • your mom
  • mom and dad
  • dear mom
  • mom's house
  • working mom
  • single mom
  • proud mom

Word family

noun mother
adjective maternal

Usage note

Mom is an informal term for mother. It is commonly used in everyday conversation and is generally considered affectionate.

Example sentences

  1. My mom makes the best cookies.
  2. I hug my mom when I am sad.
  3. My mom taught me how to swim.
  4. My mom is my hero.
  5. My mom and I like to sing together.

Try these popular words

the and that for you with was this are have not from

Practice

Play the Word Synonyms game · Choose level (start near 1)

Worksheets

Grade 4 · Grade 5 · Grade 6

Topics

Guides

Explore more words