Synonyms for

Projectiles

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

Definition

A projectile is an object that is thrown or fired, such as a bullet or a missile.

Synonyms & similar words

missile rocket projectile missile bullet shot shell arrow dart cannonball bomb grenade torpedo rocket spear slingshot stone shuriken javelin ball puck

Example sentences

  1. The baseball was hit like a projectile out of the park.
  2. The cannon fired a powerful projectile towards the enemy.
  3. The archer aimed his projectile with great precision.
  4. The bullet was a deadly projectile that could kill with one shot.
  5. The rocket was a powerful projectile that could travel into outer space.

Quotes

  • The well aimed spear is a deadly projectile. - Sun Tzu
  • The greatest pleasure when I started making money was not buying cars or yachts but finding myself able to have as many freshly typed drafts as possible. - Gore Vidal
  • The rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air, gave proof through the night that our flag was still there. - Francis Scott Key

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