Synonyms for
Serpent
Definition
a long, legless reptile that can move in a sliding motion and is often venomous
Synonyms & similar words
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- great serpent
- sea serpent
- water serpent
- ancient serpent
- evil serpent
- serpent's tongue
- serpent's coil
Word family
noun serpent
adjective serpentine
Usage note
While 'serpent' can refer to any snake, it often carries connotations of evil, temptation, or ancient power, especially in religious or mythological contexts. 'Snake' is the more common and neutral term.
Example sentences
- The serpent in the zoo was very long and scary.
- The ancient Egyptians believed that serpents were sacred animals.
- I don't like to go hiking because I'm afraid of snakes, especially serpents.
- The serpent's venom can be very dangerous.
- The serpent wrapped itself around the tree trunk and waited for its prey.
Quotes
The serpent, the king, the tiger, the stinging wasp, the small child, the dog owned by other people, and the fool: these seven ought not to be awakened from sleep. - Chanakya
The serpent is the symbol of secrecy and crafty artifices. - Horace
A serpent is more trustworthy than a neighbour who is a chatterbox. - Euripides