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Synonyms for

Raping

/ ˈreɪpɪŋ / Another word for raping — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Synonyms & similar words

spoil rap knock assault plunder dishonour tap ravish rape knap pink despoil violate outrage dishonor

Synonyms by register

Formal

assaulting violating despoiling ravaging

Informal

molesting harrassing abusing

Literary

deflowering despoiling ravaging

Antonyms

protecting cherishing guarding defending assisting supporting comforting

Common collocations

  • rape of the land
  • rape of the mind
  • rape of innocence
  • rape of a child
  • rape of a woman
  • sexual assault and rape
  • gang rape

Word family

noun rape
verb rape
adjective rapist

Usage note

The word 'rape' is a highly sensitive and offensive term referring to sexual assault. Its use should be limited to legal or clinical contexts where precision is required, or in direct quotations. It carries extremely strong negative connotations.

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