Synonyms for

Rapists

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

Definition

A rapist is a person who forces someone to have sexual intercourse without their consent.

Synonyms & similar words

raper rapist molester perpetrator offender assailant attacker violator abuser masher lecher

Synonyms by register

Formal

assailant aggressor perpetrator

Informal

creep pervert scumbag

Literary

ravager despoiler

Antonyms

protector defender rescuer guardian helper savior

Common collocations

  • serial rapists
  • group rapists
  • convicted rapists
  • accused rapists
  • male rapists
  • known rapists
  • rapists and murderers

Word family

noun rapist
verb rape
adjective rapist

Usage note

The word 'rapist' is a highly offensive and charged term referring to someone who commits rape. It carries extremely negative connotations and should be used with extreme caution and only when accurately describing the act and the perpetrator.

Example sentences

  1. The rapists were sentenced to life in prison.
  2. The victim was traumatized by the rapists actions.
  3. The police were able to identify the rapist with DNA evidence.
  4. The rapist confessed to his crimes in court.
  5. The rapist was caught on surveillance video.

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