Synonyms for

Spiders

Verb / ˈspaɪdɜ:z / Another word for spiders — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Spiders are eight-legged arachnids that have fangs to inject venom into their prey.

Synonyms & similar words

spider wanderer arachnids crawlers insects bugs tarantulas scorpions mites ticks centipedes millipedes beetles butterflies moths flies ants bees

Synonyms by register

Formal

arachnids

Literary

arachnids eight-legged creatures

Antonyms

insects mammals birds fish reptiles amphibians

Common collocations

  • spiders web
  • spiders silk
  • black widow spiders
  • tarantula spiders
  • huntsman spiders
  • spider bite
  • spider venom

Word family

noun spider
adjective spidery

Usage note

Spiders are arachnids, not insects. The term 'spider' is commonly used in everyday language, with 'arachnid' being the more formal or scientific term.

Example sentences

  1. The spider built a web to catch its prey.
  2. Spiders come in many different sizes and colors.
  3. I am scared of spiders because they are creepy.
  4. The spider crawled up the wall and onto the ceiling.
  5. Spiders have eight legs and two body parts.

Quotes

  • Im not afraid of spiders or snakes or heights or any of those things, but Im afraid of messing up.
  • Believe it or not, Im afraid of spiders. Even though I know they cant really hurt me, they just creep me out.
  • As a kid, I was terrified of spiders.

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