Synonyms for

Puma

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

Definition

a large, powerful wild cat with a tan or yellowish coat and black markings, found mainly in mountain regions of the Americas

Synonyms & similar words

painter mountainlion cougar felisconcolor panther catamount cougar panther catamount jaguarundi leopard lynx wildcat sabertooth saber-tooth saber-toothed

Synonyms by register

Formal

cougar mountain lion panther

Informal

catamount

Literary

beast of the Andes American lion

Antonyms

prey victim domestic cat house cat kitten tabby

Common collocations

  • puma concolor
  • puma attack
  • puma sighting
  • puma habitat
  • puma population
  • puma tracks
  • puma cub

Word family

noun puma

Usage note

While 'puma' is a valid scientific term, 'cougar' and 'mountain lion' are more common in everyday American English. 'Panther' can also refer to a black leopard or jaguar.

Example sentences

  1. The puma is a fierce predator.
  2. My favorite animal is the puma.
  3. Pumas can jump up to 40 feet in a single leap.
  4. The puma is also known as a cougar or mountain lion.
  5. Pumas are found in North and South America.

Quotes

  • The puma is a type of big cat that is found in North and South America.
  • Pumas are amazing creatures that can run up to 50 miles per hour!
  • I saw a puma in the wild once and it was one of the most incredible experiences of my life.

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